Readlang

An online eReader for language learners. Translate the words you don't know, and we'll generate flashcards to help you remember.
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Readlang - The Helpful eReader for Language Learners

Readlang is a Chrome extension designed for language learners. It features an eReader that allows users to read texts in over 40 languages, and provides on-the-spot translations of difficult words or phrases. Alongside reading, users can create a personal word list for review or export, and Readlang also offers a library with various videos, texts, and songs. Moreover, its unique flashcards system saves the context with the word, facilitating better memorisation.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2
Users: 30,000+
Rating: 4.19
(67)
Version: 1.1.0 (Last updated: 2015-10-22)
Creation date: 2015-10-22
Size: 18.66K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 4,901 ▲ 155

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Effective for intermediate and advanced language learners
  • Good for vocabulary acquisition in context
  • Flashcards feature is helpful for reviewing vocabulary
  • Well-designed with enough features
  • Supports multiple languages
Cons
  • Pop-up function issues affecting usability
  • Limited support for some languages, like Japanese
  • Does not load for some users
  • Slow application performance reported
  • Requires permissions that some users find concerning
Most mentioned
  • Excellent tool for learning languages
  • Issues with loading and pop-up functions
  • Flashcards are a great feature for vocabulary learning
  • Context-based learning helps retention
  • Not suitable for beginners
User reviews
I want to rate this higher, but the pop-up function no longer works. From what I can tell looking at the code errors that Chrome provides, something changes with the https and pop-ups are no longer allowed on the browser, even if you change the security setting to allow it pop-ups as suggested. I have tried in multiple browsers, and I receive the same error. It's pretty inconvenient to have to open a new window every time you look up a word and ruins the flow.
by Paige McLean, 2021-10-02
Your security permissions are asking if it can read my email contacts when I install. No thanks!
by matt oglesby, 2016-07-27
I was running out of motivation going from beginner to intermediate. I found this at the perfect time! For other resources 1) Use Duolingo until you're about level 10 2) Find a wordlist like on Memrise or Anki. Learn the top 1,500 most common words. 3) This thing!!! Context is super important and this is a great way for late beginners to get it.
by Andrew Breidenbach, 2016-04-06
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Readlang does not require any sensitive permissions.

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