Best App to Learn Hindi – Tried and Tested Dozens

Pimsleur

Pimsleur has been around for quite a while, and it’s one of the more popular resources that offers fully fledged courses for language learning. The Hindi course includes 32 hours of audio lessons in addition to some supplementary exercises.

We’ve found that Pimsleur’s courses are exceptionally well-structured and are ideal for aural/verbal learners. You won’t get a lot of reading practice or grammar instruction, but you’ll benefit from clear, quality audio and lessons that encourage active engagement and lots of speaking practice.

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Rocket Hindi

Rocket Languages is fairly popular and offers courses in a number of languages, including Hindi. It could be a good option for learners that are looking for a course with an exceptionally good structure and lessons that build on each other nicely. We’ve tested ten of the Rocket Languages courses and have found that the quality of the course varies by language.

While we haven’t tested the Hindi course, we noticed some common themes among the courses: lots of practice opportunities, thorough materials, and highly repetitive activities. It may not be the most entertaining language app to use, but there’s little doubt you’ll remember what you learn if you can make it through the lessons.

Mango Languages

One of the most notable things about this app is that it teaches over 70 languages, Hindi included. Subscription options include access to one language or, for serious polyglots, all of them. Some strengths of Mango Languages are its slick design and the useful cultural and grammar notes that are included in the lessons.

It’s worth noting that the courses will likely only be useful for beginners, as there is a lack of intermediate and advanced material available. Some learners may also find that grammar explanations are lacking.

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Ling

Ling is a gamified app that has some things in common with Duolingo, but there are some important differences. The most immediately noticeable difference is that Ling is not free, and the $9/month subscription fee feels high when compared to Duolingo’s offer. Some of the major benefits of Ling are that it uses quality native-speaker audio and that the activities are engaging.

The app does have a few bugs, but it’s the best combination of quality audio and gamification that we know of for learning Hindi.

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HindiPod101

As may be apparent in the name, this resource adopts the format of a podcast to teach Hindi. It’s produced by parent company Innovative Language, which produces very similar courses in more than 20 different languages.

The lessons are presented by two hosts who, between some casual banter, introduce a dialogue and then provide opportunities for listeners to review and practice elements of the dialogue. It’s a useful way to get practice in a variety of skills, especially reading and listening.

There’s a free 7-day trial anyone can use to try out the full course, and a paid subscription unlocks some extra features. You’ll probably need to use HindiPod101 in conjunction with some other resources for complete practice, and it’s worth noting that the platform uses its own transliteration method rather than the standardized IAST.

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Pimsleur

Pimsleur has been a trusted name in language learning for years, offering comprehensive courses that are especially popular among those who prefer audio-based learning. The course is structured to build learners’ confidence in speaking Hindi through extensive listening and verbal practice. While it doesn’t prioritize grammar, reading, or writing, the program shines at enhancing conversational fluency through its immersive audio lessons. We find that Pimsleur’s Hindi course is well-organized and particularly suited for learners who thrive with listening and speaking practice.

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Glossika

Glossika offers ample listening practice and gets learners to repeat the language out loud, but it isn’t suitable for absolute beginners, and we found some mistakes in the material.

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italki

italki is a great option for getting both speaking and writing practice. It’s a massive online tutor marketplace with some additional community features that are available for free in the app. These community features allow users to submit pieces of writing or recordings of themselves speaking in order to get feedback from other users. Getting humans involved in this type of feedback is unbeatable, and so is being able to do it for free.

If you’re not sure what to write or say, there are prompts to help with inspiration. What makes these italki features especially useful is that the italki community is massive; it’s quite easy to get feedback quickly on anything you produce. If you enjoy the feature, just be sure to help other learners out by providing feedback yourself! For new users, there’s a $10 credit available on your first lesson purchase.

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LangCorrect

LangCorrect was created specifically to help language learners get practice writing in their target language. It’s a community-powered platform where users can submit their own writing for feedback as well as provide feedback on the writing of others. The collaborative atmosphere is encouraging, and the site is free to use!

The LangCorrect community is still growing, but there are many users actively practicing Hindi. There’s also an option to become a Patreon or volunteer to help translate the site’s UI, both of which grant the ability to practice up to ten languages. There is otherwise a limit of two languages one can practice.

Scripts

From the makers of the Drops app comes this slick script-teaching app. The mechanics are flashy and smooth, and you’ll get to start tracing Devanagari characters on your device right away. It’s worth noting that there isn’t any background information on the script, which might matter more to some than others.

In addition to individual letters, you’ll also get to practice writing entire words, and the written material is accompanied with audio recordings. Like Drops, Scripts is free to use for up to five minutes each day. 

Clozemaster

Want to incorporate SRS into your practice? Have a penchant for retro game graphics? If so, Clozemaster might be worth checking out. It’s a gamified flashcard app that uses SRS and context sentences to teach Hindi words and phrases. Seeing the Hindi language in context can help you develop an understanding of useful language chunks and get accustomed to seeing how it appears naturally.

Note that there are occasionally mistakes in the sentences and that it’s best for learners who are beyond the absolute beginner stage. Most of the Clozemaster features are free, providing ample vocabulary practice.

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Memrise

As with Duolingo, a lot of the content on Memrise is free to use. There are no official Memrise courses on Hindi, but there are a ton of free courses that have been created by other users. Memrise makes use of a spaced repetition system (SRS) to help learners efficiently commit new Hindi terms to long-term memory. It’s essentially a flashcard app, but it includes a variety of activities and is fun to use.

There’s quite a bit of variety in the user-created courses, but you’ll be able to find those that include both images and audio. While you won’t get fluent enough to converse with locals in Mumbai, you’ll develop a large Hindi vocabulary. Memrise also has a feature that lets you create your own mnemonic images to help you remember certain words or phrases.

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Anki

This flashcard app is notable for how customizable it is. You can create custom decks with any material you would like to memorize, and Anki employs SRS to provide efficient study time. It takes a while to get used to Anki and get it to work just how you want it to, but there are plenty of tutorials online and premade Hindi Language decks that can potentially save you a lot of time and hassle. Anki can be downloaded for free everywhere except the Apple App Store, where it costs $25. While you won’t understand an entire Bollywood film with just Anki, you’ll definitely be able to identify lots of Hindi words and phrases. This resource is essential for anyone wanting to expand and retain a wide vocabulary.

Hindustani Tongue

Hindustani Tongue offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers all aspects of language learning, including grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context. The courses are carefully designed to cater to all levels. The lessons are offered in video format, either individually or as a group. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced learner, Hindustani Tongue ensures that you find the program that best suits your learning needs and goals. With their structured curriculum, you can track your progress and see tangible results as you advance. 

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Write Me

Comparable to Scripts, Write Me offers some good Devanagari writing practice, but you won’t get a ton of in-depth background information on the script. You’ll have to make a one-time payment for lifetime access to this app, but some people prefer it to Scripts.

Mondly

Mondly offers plenty of content for beginners and pre-intermediate learners, but it’s not the most comprehensive Hindi course available. We encountered a few bugs while using the program, but its affordable price makes it a good option for acquiring basic vocabulary. It’s a solid starting point for those new to the language, though more thorough options exist.

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Rosetta Stone

As massively popular as Rosetta Stone is, it’s not our favorite for Hindi. The course favors highly repetitive picture-matching exercises over translations or explanations.

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Learn Hindi Free

We haven’t tried this one out ourselves, but it’s gained some popularity online. You may be able to learn some useful phrases and listen to native speaker audio, but the app otherwise appears limited.

Lingbe

This could be a good option for learners looking for immediate, casual speaking practice. Connect with Hindi speakers at the press of a button and answer calls from English learners to earn “lingos,” the currency used for call time. The app was designed with Spanish and English speakers in mind, but the community is growing.

Quizlet

This app utilizes user-created flashcards to provide practice with vocabulary definitions as well as spelling. Some of the activities are entertaining, and you can sign in with a free account, but the quality varies by course.

Drops App

Drops provides a convenient way to get basic vocabulary practice in a visually appealing app. It’s free to use for five minutes each day, but a recurring subscription is required for additional access. Unfortunately, the lesson structure isn’t impressive and you won’t learn multiple verb forms.

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FM Radio India

Listening to radio programs in your target language is a great way to increase your input without much effort on your end. In addition to helping you get used to the sounds of Hindi, finding radio stations that you’re genuinely interested in can boost motivation and deepen your relationship with the language.

FM Radio India is a free app that provides access to over 200 different Indian radio stations. You’ll find stations that are in other Indian languages, but there are plenty in Hindi as well. Topics covered by these stations include news, sports, music, comedy, and more.

Beelinguapp

Beelinguapp is mostly free and provides great practice for both reading and listening. You can read Hindi texts and switch between translations to better understand the material. It also offers a karaoke feature that highlights text as it’s spoken, making it a valuable tool for improving listening. The app has a range of reading materials, from news articles to fairy tales and even music. For those interested in a personalized learning experience through enjoyable content, this app is definitely worth exploring.

English Hindi Dictionary

We haven’t had the chance to actually try this app, but it’s hugely popular and has over ten million installs in the Google Play Store. It provides an extensive dictionary with over 500,000 words in English and Hindi, complete with definitions, synonyms, antonyms, example sentences, and pronunciation information. It’s available to download for offline use as well.

Whether you find yourself needing to look up words on the fly while in India or want an easy way to look up words while studying, this free app will likely do the job well.

Duolingo

Duolingo has earned its place as one of the most popular language-learning apps worldwide, offering courses in a wide range of languages, all for free. For anyone curious about Hindi and looking for a low-commitment, entertaining start, Duolingo is worth a try. The app teaches through short, game-like exercises, complete with points, levels, and leaderboards, which make the learning experience fun and engaging. However, Duolingo’s Hindi course does have limitations: the audio quality isn’t the best, and the lessons lack the depth that more comprehensive resources provide.

While it won’t get you to communicate effortlessly with locals in India, it’s a helpful starting point to the language. Learners will need to supplement Duolingo with other materials to reach true fluency in Hindi.

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