# Kuzushi AAC — Simple, fast conversation

> Communication aid for typing and speaking phrases in real-time conversations. (iPhone/iPad app by Emma Connor.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kuzushi-aac/id6797698466 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Emma Connor](https://appshunter.io/developer/6797698468)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-08-20
- Data updated: 2026-09-30
- Monetization: free

## What is Kuzushi AAC?

Kuzushi AAC is a communication aid for people who can type and read English but sometimes find it difficult to, or simply prefer not to, speak out loud.

It is built for live conversation where timing matters.

A lot of spoken conversation runs on quick feedback: short reactions, filler words, the small sounds that hold a turn. People who rely mainly on speech sometimes listen poorly when those cues don't arrive when they expect. So this app is built around one idea: stepping in at the right moment can make the difference between being heard and being ignored.

TAP A TILE AND IT SPEAKS
Sixteen tiles, each one a phrase. Tap one and it speaks immediately, in a voice already installed on your phone. Press and hold and the board fills with fifteen other ways to say the same thing — flat, warm, sarcastic, delighted, unconvinced. Slide to the one you meant and let go.

TYPE WITHOUT PAUSING
Type a line and press return. It speaks, the box clears, and you can start the next one while the first is still playing. Lines queue and play in order.

HOLD THE FLOOR WHILE YOU WRITE
Openers like "Wait", "Question" and "Um..." claim a turn before you have typed a word. An optional auto-filler can hesitate out loud while you type, so a silence doesn't read as a finished turn.

FOR THE PERSON OPPOSITE YOU
Display mode shows what you are saying in large print, and turns it upside down with a tap so somebody across a table can read it. No handing your phone over.

CUSTOMIZABLE
Every tile, every alternative and every opener can be rewritten, moved or replaced. Build boards of your own, and export them to a file.

PRIVATE BY DEFAULT
No account or sign-up required. By default, Kuzushi AAC runs entirely on your device, makes no network requests of its own, and collects zero information. 

Free — no ads, no subscription, no in-app purchases.

Kuzushi AAC isn't designed as a general-purpose AAC, does not give medical advice, and it isn't a substitute for appropriate accommodations. It is a personal project, built by one person who sometimes loses her voice, and it is the app she uses to talk.

## Key features

- Tap tiles for immediate speech
- Multiple phrase variations
- Type and speak lines sequentially
- Turn-holding openers
- Display mode for others
- Customizable tiles and phrases
- Private and offline operation


## Frequently asked questions about Kuzushi AAC

### What is Kuzushi AAC?

Kuzushi AAC is a communication aid designed to help users express themselves verbally by typing or selecting phrases. It converts text into speech using voices already installed on your device.

### How does Kuzushi AAC help with conversation timing?

The app is built to facilitate live conversation by allowing quick selection of phrases that speak immediately. It also offers features like openers and auto-fillers to manage conversational turns effectively.

### Can I customize the phrases in Kuzushi AAC?

Yes, every tile, phrase alternative, and opener can be rewritten, moved, or replaced. You can build your own boards and export them to a file.

### Is Kuzushi AAC private and secure?

Yes, Kuzushi AAC is private by default. It requires no account or sign-up, runs entirely on your device, makes no network requests, and collects zero information.

### Does Kuzushi AAC have ads?

No, Kuzushi AAC is completely free and contains no advertisements.

### What devices does Kuzushi AAC support?

Currently, Kuzushi AAC is supported on iPhone devices.

### What is the age rating for Kuzushi AAC?

Kuzushi AAC has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for users aged nine and above.

### How often is Kuzushi AAC updated?

The app was last updated on August 20, 2026, with version 1.0.0. Further updates will be released as needed by the developer.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.0 — 2026-08-20

No release notes.

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