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HelloWords: Vocabulary Builder

HelloWords: Vocabulary Builder

Word Games for 29 Languages

104 ratings
99 reviews
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📚 Education
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Released
February 5, 2020
Updated
October 29, 2026

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HELLOTALK FOREIGN LANGUAGE EXCHANGE LEARNING TALK CHAT APP
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Master new words with engaging games and AI-powered stories in 29 languages. Utilize smart review systems to reinforce learning and track your progress. Ideal for quick, daily vocabulary building.

✓29 languages available
✓Fun word games
✓AI-generated stories
✓Smart SRS review
✓Practical vocabulary focus
✓Learning progress tracking
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What users say about HelloWords

Reviews of HelloWords are mixed: the Education app is rated 4.4/5 from 104 App Store ratings. What users like most: fun gamified learning, good for vocabulary building. Top complaints: audio errors in multiple languages, machine translation pronunciation sounds unnatural. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 👍Fun gamified learning
  • 👍Good for vocabulary building
  • 👍Easy to use for beginners
  • 👍Variety of practice methods
  • 👍Helpful for memorization
  • 👍Clear and concise interface
  • 👍Good for daily practice
  • 👍Supports multiple languages
  • 👍Visually appealing illustrations
  • 👍Fast and quick learning
  • 👍Makes learning enjoyable
  • 👍Effective for quick reviews
  • 👍Good pronunciation audio
  • 👍Supports Traditional Chinese
  • 👍Intuitive word learning
  • 👍Helpful for on-the-go learning
  • 👍Good for supplementing other apps

Negative things

  • 🐛Audio errors in multiple languages
  • 🐛Machine translation pronunciation sounds unnatural
  • 🐛Confusing subscription/payment issues
  • 🐛App bugs and crashes mid-lesson
  • 🐛Incorrect sounds played during lessons
  • 🐛Lack of word review feature
  • 🐛No pronunciation practice feature
  • 🐛Purchase restoration issues
  • 🐛Plagiarism concerns (copied from Drops)
  • 🐛App doesn't load or freezes
  • 🐛Requires frequent deletion/reinstallation
  • 🐛Paid app with limited free time
  • 🐛Illustrations can be strange/indecipherable
  • 🐛Audio often difficult to understand
  • 🐛Interface can be annoying
  • 🐛Too expensive (lifetime membership)
  • 🐛Limited free study time
  • 🐛Short time to recognize words
  • 🐛Not ideal for Japanese/Chinese (no pronunciation/stroke order)
  • 🐛Limited words and features
  • 🐛VIP subscription confusion
  • 🐛Difficult to navigate next word
  • 🐛Login issues
  • 🐛Inconsistent audio pronunciation
  • 🐛Time limit feels short
  • 🐛Interface bugs (unmovable parts)
  • 🐛Unclear how to use the app
  • 🐛Images not showing after payment
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What's New in HelloWords

2.2.28

October 29, 2026

Our developers have worked tirelessly to ensure that our latest update addresses the bugs you reported. Get the latest version now for a smoother experience.

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HelloWords (6 Months)

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User reviews

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Don’t bother- you get no support

I have reached out several times about issues I have had with my lifetime user access and the company has refused to respond or resolve the issue
레레아쌤

Response from developer

We’re sorry to hear about your experience and truly appreciate you sharing it with us. Please email us at support@hellotalk.com with screenshots or a screen recording of the issue so we can assist further. Thank you for helping us improve.

拼音の表記が。

簡体字中国語を勉強しています。拼音の表記に「抜け」が多いので、その間違えに気づける人なら使えます。
ババンコロー

Errors in multiple languages

The audio has errors for multiple languages. In Arabic the word for fish is clearly written as “samak”, but the app pronounced it as “sam”.

I found similar issues in Spanish, German, and Mandarin. The audio is from a machine translation source so it doesn’t sound very natural in many spots as well.

If trusting the accuracy of what you’re learning is a big point for you, especially given the $30 to $150 price range, maybe check out something else.

If you’re an Anki user and you are fine with machine pronunciations, then this provides variety beyond just flipping cards.
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BBuyOnTripLostFunction

Confused

I didn’t know how to get answers other than to leave a review. So I downloaded the hello Talk app first and accidentally purchased the hello words plus subscription for 1 year; which I know you can’t refund or switch them so I’ve been trying to figure out how to use the subscription that I paid for. But when I downloaded hello words, it prompts me to pay for the subscription I already paid for. So basically I paid for something I’m not even able to use. So if you can fix this issue and tell me how to use what I paid for, I can and will definitely leave a real review about the app, if you can tell me how I can use it.
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MMissTracyRenae

Response from developer

Thanks for letting us know this. Please follow these steps to log in on the HelloWords app: Tap Profile - Account, then select the [Sign in] button at the bottom. Tap [Sign in with third-party account], then select [Sign in with HelloTalk]. Click the [Confirm] button. If it still doesn't work, email us at hellowords@hellotalk.com.

doesn't work

i use hellotalk's version of hellowords daily and i love it! so i tried getting the actual app. it keep bugging and kicking me off mid lesson even if i still have time left? i can't get through three words without having to reload. also even as i'm getting it right it plays the incorrect sound, so i look stupid. 2 stars though because the hellotalk version is amazing and so so helpful
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PPotwolm

Response from developer

We apologize for the issues you're experiencing now. Please get in touch with us via email (hellowords@hellotalk.com ) with a screen recording surrounding the issue, and we'll reach out to you regarding the next steps to get that issue solved! We appreciate your patience and support.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

12 issues

Audio errors in multiple languages

Bug

App bugs and crashes mid-lesson

Bug

Incorrect sounds played during lessons

Bug

Purchase restoration issues

Bug

App doesn't load or freezes

Bug

Requires frequent deletion/reinstallation

Bug

Login issues

Bug

Inconsistent audio pronunciation

Bug

Interface bugs (unmovable parts)

Bug

Images not showing after payment

Bug

Words don't advance

Bug

Sound teaching pronunciation is inconsistent

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Possibility to review learned words

Feature

Pronunciation practice functionality

Feature

Instruction videos within the app

Feature

Add longer phrases and grammar

Feature

Dark mode option

Feature

FAQ

What languages does HelloWords support?

HelloWords offers vocabulary building for 29 languages, including English, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, French, German, and many more. The app aims to make learning simple and enjoyable across this wide range of languages.

How does HelloWords help users remember words?

HelloWords uses a combination of fun word games, AI-generated stories for context, and a smart Spaced Repetition System (SRS) based on the Ebbinghaus Forgetting Curve. This multi-faceted approach is designed to improve retention and build long-term vocabulary knowledge.

Does HelloWords have ads?

Yes, HelloWords contains advertisements. As a free app with in-app purchases, advertisements are part of the user experience to support the service.

What are the subscription options for HelloWords?

HelloWords offers several subscription plans, including monthly, 3-month, 6-month, and 1-year options. The 1-year plan includes a 7-day free trial.

What is the learning methodology of HelloWords?

The app employs a gamified learning methodology, transforming vocabulary practice into engaging game experiences. It also uses AI-generated stories for contextual learning and a Spaced Repetition System for efficient review.

How does HelloWords track learning progress?

After each study session, users can review their learning progress within HelloWords. This includes seeing the words they have studied and the vocabulary they have already mastered.

Is HelloWords suitable for beginners?

Yes, users have noted that HelloWords is easy to use for beginners and offers fun, gamified learning. The focus on practical, everyday words also makes it accessible for those starting a new language.

What are some common user complaints about HelloWords?

Some users have reported issues such as audio errors, unnatural machine translation pronunciation, confusing subscription details, and occasional app bugs or crashes. There are also mixed reviews regarding the cost and the effectiveness for certain languages like Japanese and Chinese.