Learn foreign languages with Pimsleur, a trusted language learning resource for building real world speaking skills in 50+ foreign languages with as little as 30 minutes of daily practice. These online foreign language courses support distance learning & independent study, helping language learners improve pronunciation, vocabulary, listening and conversation skills through flexible audio based lessons.
Build real-world speaking, pronunciation, vocabulary, listening and conversation skills through 30-minute audio lessons designed for independent study, self-paced education and distance learning.
WHY LEARN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE WITH PIMSLEUR
- Distance learning: Access flexible online lessons for independent study. - Foreign language learning: Practice foreign languages in 30 minutes a day. - Educational software: Build vocabulary, listening, reading and pronunciation skills with interactive tools. - Online language courses: Develop real-world speaking skills through structured lessons. - Offline language learning: Download lessons for learning without Wi-Fi.
Pimsleur combines fundamental foreign language resources, educational software and online language courses to support flexible language learning. Follow structured audio lessons, guided repetition, vocabulary practice and real-world conversations, with open online courses available for Spanish, French, German, Italian, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, Arabic & more.
Whether you’re a beginner or improving existing skills, Pimsleur offers flexible distance learning for adults who want to learn a foreign language confidently.
FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE Try Pimsleur for free with complimentary lessons across 51 languages and improve conversational fluency from Day 1.
PREMIUM FEATURES INCLUDE:
CORE CONVERSATIONAL LESSONS Complete 30 minute conversational lessons designed to help learners speak and understand a new language.
READ Develop reading skills alongside speaking and listening comprehension.
SPEAK Practice conversations with role play, review transcripts and use AI supported voice recognition. Available for Spanish learners.
SKILLS Build vocabulary and communication skills with flashcards, Quick Match and Speed Round activities.
SYNC PROGRESS Track progress across devices and download lessons for offline learning with no ads.
Feature availability depends on the language. Visit our website for more info.
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Learn to speak a language. Practice Spanish, French, German, Korean & Japanese.
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Nov 2, 2026
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Cassandra Walston
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July 19, 2026
I like this app. The functionality is good and I've been able to learn a lot. However, I can't seem to find a way to pause my subscription. I haven't actually used the app in 3 or so years because my life hasn't had a good time for me to fit it in, but I've been paying the subscription fee the whole time. Every time I try to find a way to pause my payments, or cancel my payments, there's nothing even hinting at a solution.
11 people found this review helpful
Simon & Schuster
July 22, 2026
Hi Cassandra Walston! We would like to assist you in the best way. As we don't have your email address, can you please write to us at pimsleur@simonandschuster.com so that we can help you better. We look forward to your email. - Pimsleur Team.
A Google user
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April 22, 2019
I like the lessons, but the app is the worst ever. It had one purpose... to let me listen to audio lessons. It fails at that so miserably, I've never seen anything like that - I can't control playback, it won't respond to me tapping pause or +-10 sec, it won't let me scroll to a point in the track, there are sometimes long pauses, it tracks playback time wrong and it doesn't start from where I left off if I close the app mid-lesson and reopen. So. Damn. Bad
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Simon & Schuster
April 24, 2019
Thanks for the feedback. We've seen similar complaints with the new version of the app (2.2) on select devices such as your Pixel Sailfish phone. We are actively working on it! Thanks for your patience. Version 2.3 is coming out shortly.
Jeff C
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August 10, 2021
There are some problems with the content. The Spanish examples are way too fast, and the pause breaks are too short. I got about 22 lessons into it but got tired of the problems with the app. First, if you try to hit the pause button to answer a question, it usually keeps right on going. Very frustrating. Worse, if I go out of the app and come back, the pause button is usually gone and I have to play around to get the lesson to start back up again. A LOT of time wasted in just dealing with the app. The good news is that it's easy to cancel. I did just that today. When I called in to cancel I thought they would ask why. Surprisingly they didn't. I bet they know why most cancel. Anyway, I am done with Pimsleur. NOT recommended.
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Simon & Schuster
August 11, 2021
Thanks for the review. The pauses are scientifically calibrated per Dr. Pimsleur's proven method. We do not recommend pausing to answer. This defeats the method. The timed pauses will force your brain (over time) to automate speech. It's ok if you can't answer fast enough at first! We'd be happy to offer you a 28 free trial if you want to try again
What’s new
Conversation Coach is now available for Japanese! Build confidence for real conversations with your AI-powered coach:
• Put vocabulary and phrases from your lessons to use in guided conversations. • Practice real-life situations based on your interests and goals. • Get feedback on grammar and pronunciation to help you improve.
We’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to us anytime at pimsleur@simonandschuster.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @Pimsleur