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The clock is ticking: Get $100 off this language learning app
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When it comes to self-improvement, there's really no downside to learning a new language. Being able to speak another tongue doesn't just make it easier for you to connect with others. It can actually help your job prospects in a range of fields.
The only question is how to teach yourself that language you've been dying to learn. For over 10 million folks, the answer is Babbel, the world's top-grossing language learning app. And now, lifetime subscriptions have been priced down by $100 through September 15. You can pick up Babbel for just $199, the best price you'll find on the web!
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Aside from the sale price, what makes Babbel so appealing? Both users and tech sites (us included) agree: It's the intuitive language lessons that users can fit into even the busiest schedules. Each Babbel session is designed for lunch breaks and commute crams, topping out at no longer than 15 minutes. In that time, Babbel packs in a ton of vocabulary, giving you the definitions and pronunciation before letting you use those words in authentic conversations. You can even customize your lessons for the kind of speaking you want to do by focusing on topics that range from food to business jargon.
Once you start speaking, Babbel can refine your pronunciation with its state-of-the-art speech recognition tech. You can start on any device, then save your progress and pick it up on another device. You can even download lessons so that you can keep learning offline.
New U.S. users can purchase a lifetime subscription to Babbel Language Learning for $199 or 60% off the usual price. Hurry, though. The price drop is only in effect through September 15.