Earworms: Language Learning

Earworms: Language Learning

Learn languages with music

313 ratings
73 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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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

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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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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Response from developer

Wow! Thank you so much for the 5 stars, we really appreciate it. 🙏🙏🙏 It’s great to hear you’ve used Earworms across a couple of languages and that the method is working so well for you. That “earworms” effect you describe, where the phrases stick through repeated listening, is exactly what we aim for. We’re also really pleased you’ve found the booklet helpful alongside the audio, it’s designed to reinforce everything you’re hearing. And thank you for your kind words about our support, that genuinely means a lot to us as a small independent team. Thanks again for your support. ~ Maria 🙏❤️🎵

Tracks good booklet hopeless

I’ve tried a number of these and they are great for learning ‘holiday’ languages….. but the accompanying booklets are hopeless. Awful to read on a phone screen, terrible to print out and even worse to reformat into something useful.

Response from developer

Thank you for your honest feedback, and I’m really glad to hear you’ve found our courses helpful for learning, and that you've purchased a number of them 🙂. You’re absolutely right that some of our older booklet layouts were originally designed for printed CD inserts rather than phone screens, and we recognise that they don’t always translate perfectly to modern devices or home printing. Improving this is something we’re actively working on at the moment, with updated formats being optimised for both mobile reading and easier printing. If you’d like, feel free to contact me directly via our website (https://www.earwormslearning.com/contact). If updated versions of the titles you’re using are ready, I’ll happily send them to you by email, or fast-track them where possible. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience, feedback like this genuinely helps us improve. Wishing you a lovely weekend full of of great music ~ Maria 🎶 ❤️ 🌎

The best

I have tried several language learning systems and had very little success. Since using Earworms I’m using Italian in everyday conversations after only a few lessons. If you are serious about learning a language and want an easy, almost effortless method - invest in Earworms.

Response from developer

Thank you so much, Anthony, this truly means a lot to us 🙏 We love hearing when the method starts showing up in real everyday conversations, that’s exactly what Earworms was designed for, helping learners speak naturally without feeling like they’re studying. It’s wonderful to know the music, rhythm, and repetition are working for you. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience and support for a small independent company like ours. Wishing you continued success with your Italian and many more confident conversations ahead. ~ Maria 🙏❤️🇮🇹❤️🎵

User experience

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Reported Bugs

11 issues

App crashes every few minutes on iPhone

Bug

Network error on startup despite internet connection

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Infinite loop on initial setup screen

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App closes unexpectedly during playback

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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

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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

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Repeat single track functionality

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Ability to select specific lesson categories

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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.