# Erla — AI-powered language practice app

> Erla is a mobile language-learning app that helps people practice 22 languages through listening, reading, short videos, AI chat, and voice conversations. It is built on the comprehensible input method (Stephen Krashen's i+1 hypothesis): learners acquire language by understanding meaningful messages, not by drilling flashcards or memorizing grammar rules. Available on iOS and Android.

## Core pages

- [Homepage](https://erla.app/): Practice 22 languages with AI — listen, read, watch, chat, and talk.
- [Blog](https://erla.app/blog/): Research-backed articles on language acquisition, comprehensible input, and app-based learning.
- [Privacy Policy](https://erla.app/privacy-policy): How Erla handles user data.
- [Terms](https://erla.app/terms): Terms of service.

## Language pages

Each page explains how to practice that language with Erla and what native content is available.

- [Learn English](https://erla.app/learn/english)
- [Learn Spanish](https://erla.app/learn/spanish)
- [Learn French](https://erla.app/learn/french)
- [Learn German](https://erla.app/learn/german)
- [Learn Italian](https://erla.app/learn/italian)
- [Learn Portuguese](https://erla.app/learn/portuguese)
- [Learn Dutch](https://erla.app/learn/dutch)
- [Learn Swedish](https://erla.app/learn/swedish)
- [Learn Norwegian](https://erla.app/learn/norwegian)
- [Learn Danish](https://erla.app/learn/danish)
- [Learn Finnish](https://erla.app/learn/finnish)
- [Learn Polish](https://erla.app/learn/polish)
- [Learn Czech](https://erla.app/learn/czech)
- [Learn Hungarian](https://erla.app/learn/hungarian)
- [Learn Greek](https://erla.app/learn/greek)
- [Learn Turkish](https://erla.app/learn/turkish)
- [Learn Romanian](https://erla.app/learn/romanian)
- [Learn Croatian](https://erla.app/learn/croatian)
- [Learn Slovak](https://erla.app/learn/slovak)
- [Learn Serbian](https://erla.app/learn/serbian)
- [Learn Ukrainian](https://erla.app/learn/ukrainian)
- [Learn Russian](https://erla.app/learn/russian)

## Featured articles

- [What Is Comprehensible Input?](https://erla.app/blog/what-is-comprehensible-input): The science behind natural language learning, Krashen's input hypothesis, and the i+1 formula.
- [AI Conversation Practice](https://erla.app/blog/ai-conversation-practice): How AI tutors enable pressure-free speaking practice.
- [AI Tutor vs Human Teacher](https://erla.app/blog/ai-tutor-vs-teacher-comparison): When each approach works best.
- [Why Can't I Understand Native Speakers?](https://erla.app/blog/why-cant-i-understand-native-speakers): Why listening comprehension lags other skills and how to fix it.
- [Shy Learner AI Tutor](https://erla.app/blog/shy-learner-ai-tutor): Practicing speaking without fear of judgment.
- [Babbel Alternative](https://erla.app/blog/babbel-alternative): How Erla compares to Babbel.
- [Busuu Alternative for Busy Learners](https://erla.app/blog/busuu-alternative-busy-learners): Short-session language practice.
- [Memrise Alternative](https://erla.app/blog/memrise-alternative): Beyond flashcard-based learning.
- [Free Duolingo Alternative](https://erla.app/blog/free-duolingo-alternative): A different approach to gamified language learning.
- [Free Rosetta Stone Alternative](https://erla.app/blog/free-rosetta-stone-alternative): Immersion-style practice on a budget.

## Key facts

- 22 supported languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian (Bokmål), Danish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Greek, Turkish, Romanian, Croatian, Slovak, Serbian (Latin script), Ukrainian, Russian.
- Platforms: iOS and Android.
- Methodology: comprehensible input (Krashen's input hypothesis), not flashcards or grammar drills.
- Five practice modes: Listen (natural speech), Read (short stories), Watch (short videos), Chat (AI text tutor), Talk (AI voice tutor).
- Every sentence can be tapped for a full translation, word-by-word breakdown, and grammar explanation.
- Designed for short daily sessions (5–10 minutes) with adaptive i+1 difficulty.
- Offline mode available after downloading language packs.
- Site is available in 22 localized versions (see sitemap at https://erla.app/sitemap.xml).

## Contact

- Email: a@justonedev.co
- Website: https://erla.app/