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LearnRoots: Ethnic Languages

LearnRoots: Ethnic Languages

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Released
September 6, 2026
Updated
November 7, 2026

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DANIEL ISHIMWE NGABO
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This app is designed for children of immigrants who grew up hearing a language at home but never learned to speak it. It teaches languages through real-life scenarios and cultural context, focusing on African languages and others like Dari, Farsi, Samoan, Tagalog, and Bahasa Indonesia.

✓Designed for children of immigrants
✓Teaches languages through real-life scenarios
✓Focuses on ethnic languages
✓Includes cultural context
✓RootsLocal feature for authentic pronunciation
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What's New in LearnRoots

1.0.9

November 7, 2026

Introducing the Roots Family Plan: one account for up to 4 children, each with their own profile and password, and a parent dashboard to follow their progress. The first week is free. Also new: - Share your progress to your story: your fluency, where you sit, and a map of your region - Your friends and your weekly rank, right in the top bar - A notification when a friend comes online - History journeys for more languages, and better Portuguese for Brazilian learners - Small fixes throughout

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Family Plan

Up to 4 kids learn their languages

$199.991 Year
7 Days trial
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100% worth it
Ddewai1

So helpful

Best app out there for learning a language that actually teaches u to speak like the locals!
10/10
GGgrace gibby

Amazing Concept

I love this app!!

it’s visually simple, but spot on with how it teaches.

I love how there is no bluff or irrelevant content, it teaches me exactly what I need to know for each language.
DDDeon Danielian

Perfect if you cant speak but understand

The app has features designed to help those who can understand their ethnic mother tongue but not speak well. This helps incredibly with that!
MMaybeimjaded

Shona & Swahili learner

Very happy with the app, it’s simple, easy to use and has a great educational approach!
Ttylerkiyega

FAQ

What is the learning methodology used by LearnRoots?

LearnRoots teaches languages through real-life scenarios and cultural context, rather than a traditional textbook approach. The app immerses users in everyday situations to learn vocabulary and phrases relevant to their lived experiences.

Does LearnRoots offer progress tracking?

The provided data does not specify progress tracking features. However, the app's design suggests an interactive learning experience where users answer questions about their lived experiences, implying a form of engagement tracking.

Is LearnRoots suitable for all ages?

LearnRoots has an age rating of 17+, indicating it is intended for adult learners. While designed for children of immigrants, the age rating suggests mature content or learning approaches.

What languages are available on LearnRoots?

LearnRoots offers a wide range of ethnic languages, including Acholi, Igbo, Yoruba, Dinka, Kinyarwanda, Somali, Dari, Farsi, Samoan, Tagalog, and Bahasa Indonesia. It also supports learning French and Brazilian Portuguese with a focus on regional accents.

How often is LearnRoots updated?

The latest version is 1.0.3, last updated on September 8, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting the app is actively maintained.

What devices does LearnRoots support?

LearnRoots is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

Does LearnRoots have ads?

No, LearnRoots does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions.

Can I get a certification from LearnRoots?

The provided description does not mention any certification programs offered by LearnRoots. The focus is on practical language acquisition and cultural understanding.