# Simply Learn Lao

> Travel phrasebook with audio

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1290068696](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1290068696)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1290068696`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Syla Technologies LLC
- **Category:** Education
- **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (113 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2017-10-04
- **First published:** 2017-10-04
- **Size:** 72 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/simply-learn-lao/id1290068696)
- **Website:** [https://sites.google.com/simyasolutions.com/syla/home](https://sites.google.com/simyasolutions.com/syla/home)

## Description

Simply Learn Lao Language App is a FREE language tool that helps you speak Lao quickly and effectively. It presents all Lao phrases in both phonetic and original Lao script, recorded by a native Lao speaker with high-quality audio. Save favorites, study vocabulary with flashcards using spaced repetition, and test yourself with a Lao quiz while tracking your progress.

Use the built-in Lao phrasebook to survive in Laos: search phrases, copy to clipboard, slow playback, and adjustable quiz settings. The learning content includes FREE categories (Numbers, Time & Date, Basic Conversation, Greetings, Directions, Eating out, Sightseeing, Shopping, Emergency, Accommodation) and PRO content (Advanced Conversation, Health, Border Crossing, Questions, Places, Food & more).

## Rankings

- #131,674 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise the app for its clean, easy-to-navigate design and helpful pronunciation audio, making it practical for beginners and for communication with family or while traveling. The lessons and quizzes add structure, and the Pro version is viewed as worthwhile. However, recurring issues include technical instability, confusing/burdensome pricing, faster-than-desired audio, limited content (grammar/letters/tones), and inconsistent customer support.

### Pros

- Clean, simple, and well-organized interface that’s easy to navigate.
- Helpful audio pronunciation with clear recordings that aid learning.
- Effective for beginners learning basic Lao phrases and for communicating with family or while traveling.
- Structured lessons and quizzes that support practice and retention.
- Pro version is worth it for access to more content.

### Cons

- Recurring technical issues and instability (white screen/unresponsiveness) that prevent use.
- Billing and pricing frustrations (upgrade charges, confusion between one-time vs monthly).
- Audio pace can be too fast and some readability/accessibility issues (need slower playback).
- Content is limited (not enough depth, lacking grammar, Lao alphabet, tone/ dialect guidance, and back-and-forth speaking features).
- Customer support can be unresponsive or unhelpful in resolving issues.

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