Learn Southern Vietnamese with structured lessons, extensive vocabulary, and pronunciation guides. Explore interactive maps of Saigon and create flashcards from photos. Designed for travelers and heritage learners.
1.8.2
October 12, 2026
New in 1.8.2 • Your daily streak is back. If you studied during the last update, we kept your streak safe. • Clearer Southern (Saigon) pronunciation: words starting with gi- and d- now use the Southern "y" sound. • Lesson quizzes now test your Vietnamese instead of your memory of the conversation. • Prices now appear in your local currency, and Settings shows your trial end date with a Manage subscription button. • Study reminders are now off unless you turn them on in Settings. • Fixes for subscription status, the report and feedback forms, and example highlights.
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Yes, Learn Vietnamese: Saigon is specifically designed to teach the Southern Vietnamese dialect, which is spoken in Ho Chi Minh City and the rest of Southern Vietnam. This differs from many other apps that focus on the Northern dialect.
The app offers a 7-day free trial for all features. After the trial, subscription plans are available, including Premium Monthly at $4.99 and various Premium Yearly options ranging from $12.99 to $29.99.
The app includes 50 structured lessons with integrated quizzes to assess understanding. It covers CEFR levels A1 through B2, providing a clear path for learners to gauge their progress.
Yes, the app works 100% offline, meaning you do not need an internet connection to access lessons, vocabulary, or other features. This makes it ideal for use on planes, buses, or in areas with limited connectivity.
The app features over 6,600 Southern Vietnamese audio recordings with authentic Southern pronunciation. It also includes 6-tone training with visual pitch contours to help users accurately hear and replicate tones.
No, Learn Vietnamese: Saigon does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted learning experience.
Learn Vietnamese: Saigon is available on Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPod. The app is designed for mobile use and offers a companion app for Apple Watch for quick reviews.
The AI photo import feature allows you to take a picture of a menu or street sign. The app can then create instant flashcards from the imported text, helping you learn vocabulary in context.
