# Learn French with Doku — Read Stories, Learn French

> French language learning app using graded stories and interactive tools. (iPhone/iPad app by Yannick Herrero.)

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- Developer: [Yannick Herrero](https://appshunter.io/developer/1734633510)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 40 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-11-17
- Data updated: 2026-07-17
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-french-with-doku/id6754808780/reviews.md

## What is Learn French with Doku?

Learn French by Reading Stories

Doku is the French learning app that uses graded readers to help you master French naturally. Read engaging stories, build vocabulary, and track your progress—all designed for English speakers learning French.

Why Reading Works

Reading is one of the most effective ways to learn a language. Doku provides graded French stories that adapt to your level, so you're always challenged but never overwhelmed. From beginner to expert, follow a clear path to French fluency.

Features

Graded French Stories
Access a library of carefully crafted stories from beginner to expert level. Each story is designed to introduce new vocabulary at the perfect pace for natural language acquisition.

Instant Translation
Tap any sentence to see the English translation. Understand context without interruption and learn French in a natural, immersive way.

Built-in Dictionary
Don't know a word? Tap it. Get instant definitions, pronunciation, and example sentences. Build your French vocabulary while you read.

Interactive Quizzes
Test your comprehension with varied quiz formats: fill-in-the-blank, translation exercises, and sentence building. Active learning that makes French stick.

Audio Pronunciation
Listen to native French pronunciation for every story and word. Train your ear while you read and perfect your French accent.

Beautiful Illustrations
Enjoy hand-drawn artwork that brings each story to life. Reading French has never been this engaging and beautiful.

Daily Streaks and Goals
Build the habit that sticks. Set daily reading goals, maintain your streak, and make French learning a natural part of your routine.

Premium Features (Subscription Required)

Track Your Progress
Watch your French journey with activity heatmaps, streak tracking, and detailed statistics. See stories completed, vocabulary learned, and quiz performance.

Personalized Learning Path
No guesswork. Doku curates your next story based on your level. Just open the app and start reading—your path to fluency is already planned.

Perfect For

English speakers learning French at any level. Whether you're a complete beginner or working toward advanced fluency, Doku adapts to your needs. Great for students, travelers, and anyone who wants to learn French through reading instead of flashcards and grammar drills.

Learn French Naturally

Unlike traditional language learning apps that focus on isolated words and phrases, Doku teaches French through context. Read compelling stories, discover new vocabulary naturally, and develop true comprehension.

From Beginner to Fluent

Start with simple beginner stories and progress through elementary, intermediate, advanced, and expert levels. Our graded readers ensure you're always reading at the right difficulty.

The Method That Works

This reading-based approach is the same method used by successful language learners worldwide. Instead of memorizing vocabulary lists, you learn words in context. Instead of drilling grammar rules, you absorb them naturally through exposure to authentic French text.

About Doku

Doku was created by a French language learner who used reading to master English and Japanese. After experiencing firsthand how powerful reading is for language acquisition, I wanted to create the perfect graded reader app for French learners. Every feature in Doku is designed to keep you reading, learning, and progressing toward fluency.

Terms of Use: https://www.learnfrenchwithdoku.app/terms
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## Key features

- Graded French stories
- Instant translation
- Built-in dictionary
- Interactive quizzes
- Audio pronunciation
- Daily streaks and goals
- Progress tracking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Doku premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Doku premium | $89.99 | per year |
| Doku premium | $89.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-french-with-doku/id6754808780/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Good, but bug

*2026-07-14*

Great app. Provides nice stories with quizzes to test apprehension afterwards. But the quizzes can be a bit buggy sometimes. They don’t always show the full information. Like, when an incorrect answer is given, it’ll display the correct answer, but the text gets cut off. I’ve been trying to progress, but I can’t unlock the next story until I complete the quiz for the previous story. But I can’t complete the quiz because I don’t know the right answer to a question and can’t see the correct answer because it is cut off. Please fix this bug. Otherwise, great app.

Edit: It seems that even after the recent update, the bug wasn’t fixed. Perhaps you simply missed it. The specific bug in question is in the Level 11 Intermediate story “L’inconnu du café”. The bug occurs for one question which asks to translate the sentence “she asked him if he wanted to talk” which in the story is “elle lui a demandé s'il voulait discuter”. I think there are two bugs here: one which prevents the correct answer from being shown, and the other being the correct answer being unformable as “discuter” is not an option in the word bank. Thanks again for the great app and I hope this bug is resolved soon.

**Developer response:** Hi, and thank you so much for the kind words and the detailed feedback!
You're absolutely right about the quiz bug, and I'm sorry it's blocking your progress. I'm working on a fix and it should arrive in an update very soon.
Thanks for your patience, and for taking the time to help make Doku better. Happy learning, and merci!

Edit: the fix is now live in the latest update!

## Frequently asked questions about Learn French with Doku

### How does Doku help me learn French?

Doku uses graded French stories to help you master the language naturally. You'll build vocabulary and improve comprehension by reading engaging content adapted to your level.

### What are the premium features in Doku?

Premium features include detailed progress tracking with heatmaps and statistics, as well as a personalized learning path that curates your next story based on your level.

### Does Doku offer a free trial for its premium subscription?

Yes, Doku offers a 7-day free trial for its monthly premium subscription and a 7-day free trial for its yearly premium subscription.

### What is the cost of Doku premium?

Doku premium is available for $9.99 per month or $89.99 per year. Both subscription options include a free trial period.

### Can I track my learning progress with Doku?

Yes, Doku allows you to track your progress with activity heatmaps, streak tracking, and detailed statistics on stories completed, vocabulary learned, and quiz performance.

### What age rating does Doku have?

Doku has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of learners.

### On which devices can I use Doku?

Doku is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, supporting a variety of Apple devices for your French learning journey.

### How often is Doku updated?

The latest version of Doku was released on July 4, 2026, indicating regular updates to enhance the learning experience and add new content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.8 — 2026-07-04

What's New

- Fixed a bug where the correct answer in quizzes could get cut off.
- Improved quiz layout and readability, including better support for larger text sizes and smaller phones.
- Various small fixes and polish.

### 1.0.7 — 2025-12-31

New Features:
• Added backup and restore data functionality

### 1.0.6 — 2025-12-16

Added welcome offer for new users

### 1.0.3 — 2025-12-05

Bug Fixes:
• Improved app stability
• Various UI fixes and improvements

### 1.0.2 — 2025-12-02

Improvements:
• New transition screen after onboarding: See a friendly "You're all set!" message before diving into your first story

Bug Fixes:
• Long story and news titles now wrap to multiple lines instead of overflowing
• Audio now restarts from the beginning when replaying after completion or pause

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