Earworms: Language Learning

Earworms: Language Learning

Learn languages with music

357 ratings
83 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 13, 2017
  • May 8, 2025

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Learn languages effectively using the "earworm effect" with catchy music and lyrics. This method anchors foreign language words and phrases into your long-term memory through engaging, brain-based audio-visual lessons. Improve vocabulary and grammar with bite-sized tracks and native speaker pronunciation.

✓Learn languages with music and lyrics
✓Brain-based learning technique
✓Audio-visual experience with karaoke lyrics
✓6-9 minute learning tracks
✓Content-rich language based on CEF
✓Native speaker pronunciation
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What's New in Earworms

2.1.3

May 8, 2025

• Continuous Improvements: We regularly update the app to enhance your learning experience, thank you for listening! • Bug Fixes: We’ve squashed a few bugs behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly.

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

Free

Try before you buy

If you haven't tried the earworms method yet, now is your chance. Enjoy these gratis demo tracks and pick up a booklet from our website with the full course text and background information.

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User reviews

Richtig toll

War extrem motivierend und es hat riesengroßen Spaß gemacht und war gut anzuwenden.
Weiter so!
Hoffe auf baldige Fortsetzung
Portugiesisch 3!

Great start

Earworms is a great way to get started leaning a new language. It would be extremely helpful for a trip to a foreign country. The only down side is that it only has 3 volumes for the language i am learning. Maybe there is more depth in some other languages. It is enjoyable and convenient and it works.
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Sehr schön gemacht

Super um die Aussprache zu trainieren, sowie Wörter und ganze Setze zu lernen. Ich hoffe es gibt bald weitere französische Lektionen.

Greek

Very good I hope you do more so my Greek can progress further

The easy way to learn a language

I have used Earworms to learn a couple of languages. I have found the method to be very easy and efficient - I just repeatedly listen to the tracks, and the words worm their way into my brain.
Accompanying the spoken material is an incredibly useful booklet which reinforces the learning.
If I could I would give Earworms six stars just for their amazing customer support, who go above and beyond every time.
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Reported Bugs

11 issues

App crashes every few minutes on iPhone

Bug

Network error on startup despite internet connection

Bug

Infinite loop on initial setup screen

Bug

App closes unexpectedly during playback

Bug

Restore purchases feature not functioning

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Activation code cannot be claimed in app

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Tracks download corrupted or fail to load

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Text display shows English instead of native script

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Phrase book download button subscribes to email instead

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App no longer works after OS updates

Bug

Category selection feature removed in newer version

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Requested Features

11 requests

Additional volume levels for existing languages

Feature

More lessons and expanded content library

Feature

Autoplay feature for continuous listening

Feature

Repeat single track functionality

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Ability to select specific lesson categories

Feature

Business-focused lesson modules

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Emergency/medical/police interaction lessons

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Grocery shopping and tradesperson lessons

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More Cantonese, Maltese, Hindi, and Finnish content

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Improved booklet formatting and accessibility

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Direct email contact option for support

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FAQ

What is the Earworms language learning method?

The Earworms method uses the "earworm effect" by embedding foreign language words and phrases into your long-term memory through catchy music and lyrics. It's a brain-based approach that anchors language elements in your auditory cortex, making learning more effective and enjoyable.

What languages can I learn with this app?

The app currently offers courses for Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, Italian, Mandarin, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, Maltese, Dutch, Greek, Russian, Arabic, and Turkish. You can improve your vocabulary and grammar in these languages.

How long are the learning sessions?

The learning sessions are conveniently structured into 6-9 minute tracks. This allows you to listen and learn track by track, anytime and anywhere, fitting language learning into your daily routine.

Is there a cost to use the app?

The app offers a free demo to try the language learning with music lyrics. Based on the provided information, it operates on a freemium model with in-app purchases for full access to courses and features.

What makes this app different from other language learning tools?

This app distinguishes itself by using music as the primary medium for language acquisition, leveraging the "earworm effect" for memorization. It also incorporates an audio-visual experience with 'karaoke-like' lyrics and focuses on content-rich language relevant to the Common European Framework.