# Loecsen Travel Phrasebook

> Beginner language learning app with offline access for over 50 languages. (iPhone/iPad app by Loecsen.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loecsen-travel-phrasebook/id1036192034 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Loecsen](https://appshunter.io/developer/671807454)
- Category: Education, Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 227 App Store ratings · 248 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 42 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-09-14
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loecsen-travel-phrasebook/id1036192034/reviews.md

## What is Loecsen Travel Phrasebook?

Loecsen – Learn to use a language in daily life

This app gives access to the introductory learning content from Loecsen.
It is designed to help learners reach the A1 level (CEFR) in more than 50 languages.

It is intended for beginners who want to understand and use a language with common words, clear pronunciation, and simple sentences.

On the Loecsen website, learning progress is saved and the learning path is personalized.
With this app, the content can be downloaded and used offline.

Key features
• Structured introductory content from Loecsen
• Designed to reach A1 CEFR
• Available in 50+ languages
• Audio recordings with native speakers
• Quizzes to support understanding and memorization
• Works offline after download
• Free access

What you will learn
The app teaches essential words and phrases, organized by common situations, such as:

Essentials, Conversation, Looking for someone, Time, Parting, Bar, Restaurant, Taxi, Transportation, Hotel, Beach, Family, Feelings, Learning, Colours, Numbers, In case of trouble.

The expressions are not literal translations.
They correspond to expressions commonly used in each language, based on professional linguistic work.

This app can be used as a first step before continuing learning on Loecsen.com, where progress is tracked and adapted to the learner.

Offline learning
After download, the app can be used without an internet connection.

If the device has very little available storage, the app may close after launch.
Freeing up storage space may solve this issue.

User feedback helps improve the content and the app.

## Key features

- Introductory language content
- A1 CEFR level focus
- 50+ languages available
- Native speaker audio
- Quizzes for memorization
- Offline functionality
- Free access

## What do users think of Loecsen Travel Phrasebook?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🌍 Wide selection of languages including rare ones like Breton
- 🎧 Excellent audio pronunciation and listening comprehension
- ✈️ Practical travel phrases and essential vocabulary
- 📱 Offline functionality available
- 🎯 Well-organized content by categories
- ⏱️ Self-paced learning with repetition options
- 🧠 Visual and audible learning combined
- 📊 Quiz feature to test knowledge
- 💻 Available across multiple platforms (phone, tablet, computer)

**Cons**

- 🐌 Speech playback is too fast for beginners
- 🔊 Slurred speech when slowing down audio
- 🐛 Layout incompatible with newer iPhone models
- 🎯 Limited depth for advanced learners
- ⚠️ Some text-audio misalignment issues
- 🔀 Random gender variations without user control
- 🔊 Annoying beep sound when skipping phrases
- 📱 App won't open on some devices
- 🎭 Only British English accent available

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App won't open on some devices
- Landscape view not working on iPad 2
- Text-audio synchronization issues
- Layout not optimized for iPhone 13 and newer models
- Pronunciation corrections inconsistent with native speakers

**Most requested features**

- Add Arabic language option
- Add American English accent option
- Urdu language support on mobile app
- Alphabet and grammar explanation sections
- Adjustable speech speed without audio distortion
- Gender language selection toggle
- More advanced content for intermediate/advanced learners
- Particle and sentence structure explanations
- More vocabulary and phrases
- Customizable notification/sound options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 248)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loecsen-travel-phrasebook/id1036192034/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Super appli

*2026-06-30, version 3.1.4*

Merci pour la compatibilité avec les nouveaux Ios

### 5/5 — Jag rekommenderar

*2026-02-11, version 3.1.1*

Для начинающих отличное приложение! Фразы, слова… все, что нужно для вхождения в новый язык.

### 5/5 — Fantastique

*2025-07-02, version 1.3*

Cette application est exceptionnelle elle m’a vraiment aidé et j ai pu comprendre le début mais je pense que ça aidera plusieurs milliers de personnes sur ce merci de devoir lire mon avis

### 3/5 — Uygulama

*2025-02-25, version 1.3*

Çok beğendim seslendirme filan çok iyi ama daha geliştirilmesi gerek ve çok az cümle var bence harika bir uygulama olabilir geliştirdiğiniz zaman gelip 5 yıldız vericem

### 4/5 — اللغة

*2025-02-11, version 1.3*

اتمنى ان يكون فيها ايضا اللغة العربية الفصحى

### 5/5 — Great selection of languages

*2024-07-14, version 1.3*

One of very few apps to include breton, plus many other languages. Great for listening comprehension which is one of the most important things to learn for travel imo.

### 5/5 — Great App

*2024-07-07, version 1.3*

The user interface is intuitive and user-friendly, making it easy to navigate through lessons. The app offers a wide range of languages. Highly recommended for anyone looking to pick up a new language!

### 5/5 — No urdu option on the app - but on the website

*2024-06-26, version 1.3*

Hi, I love this app, but noticed there is no urdu option on the app version. I was wondering when you would release that as it is featured on the website version.

Thank you :)

### 5/5 — Incroyable!

*2024-05-15, version 1.3*

Très bonne application pour apprendre une langue. Je trouve généralement que les autres appli nous apprennent des choses inutiles dans la vie de tous les jours. Ce qui n’est pas le cas de cette application! Le seul point négatif, c’est qu’on est pas corrigé sur la prononciation

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2024-05-12, version 1.3*

Amazing app I’ve a lot in terms of how to pronounce and to have a conversation. Incredible.

## Frequently asked questions about Loecsen Travel Phrasebook

### What does the Loecsen Travel Phrasebook app do?

This app provides introductory language learning content designed to help beginners reach the A1 CEFR level in over 50 languages. It focuses on common words, clear pronunciation, and simple sentences organized by everyday situations.

### What are the key features of this language app?

Key features include structured introductory content, support for over 50 languages, audio recordings by native speakers, quizzes for memorization, and the ability to work offline after downloading content. It is designed for beginners and offers free access.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app offers free access to its introductory language learning content. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

### Can I use this app without an internet connection?

Yes, after downloading the content, the app can be used without an internet connection, making it ideal for offline learning and travel.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

This app is intended for beginners who want to learn essential words and phrases in a new language for daily life. It's a good first step before potentially continuing learning on the Loecsen website.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.4 — 2026-03-12

Improved the Quiz display on smaller screens and minor bug fixes.

### 3.1.3 — 2026-03-08

Minor bug fixes and landscape mode added.

### 3.1.1 — 2026-02-04

Improved app stability and reliability:
- Enhanced network error handling with automatic retry
- Better connection management during database downloads
- Fixed untranslated text issues
- Performance optimizations

### 1.4 — 2026-01-29

Translations have been optimized.

### 1.3 — 2015-12-11

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

> The Quiz is now even more effective
> You can schedule the Quiz to launch at regular times so that you can practise throughout the day
> The app detects your device's sound level
> We've made some minor functional improvements to make the app even more enjoyable to use

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