Tono Translate

Tono Translate

The translator that teaches

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1 review
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Released
August 28, 2026
Updated
October 26, 2026

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This app provides context-aware translations, explaining the level of formality and cultural nuances. It helps users learn languages by understanding why certain phrases are used in specific situations, offering corrections and practice drills based on personal usage. It also features live conversation translation and camera-based text recognition.

✓Context-aware translations with formality levels
✓Explanations of cultural nuances
✓Correction of user-written sentences
✓Personalized recall drills for practice
✓Live conversation translation
✓Camera-based text translation
✓Offline translation capabilities
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What's New in Tono Translate

1.8

October 26, 2026

Look it up once. Know it for good. Tono Translate turns everything you look up into practice, and now writes you a phrasebook for what's coming up. A phrasebook for what's coming up Tell Tono Translate the situation, a first trip, a new job or meeting the family, and it writes a phrasebook: short lessons in the order things happen, each phrase taught out loud, with what the other person might say back. Read and use it in Scripts; learn it in Practice. Part of Tono Translate Pro, with the first lesson free. New phrases, taught out loud Practice now has two parts. In “Learn”, each new phrase is said to you word by word and you say it back; from the next day, “Review” asks for it from memory. A soft chime when you get one right, and the script or its reading shown large, whichever you read better. Show Mode listens to both of you Tap “Start listening” in Show Mode: their reply appears translated, and what you say goes up on the screen for them. Part of Tono Translate Pro, with a few free minutes each month. A new weekly lesson It opens on your week and its phrase, starts the practice with one button, and ends with one phrase to use for real. Lessons at your level Starting from zero? Phrases begin with the real basics, and your speaking is judged more kindly. “Review” suggests moving up a level when you're remembering almost everything, or down when it's too much. Made for iPhone Duo Open, Tono Translate uses both pages; half open, the lessons and Show Mode split at the fold. Also new Settings is shorter, with Practice, voices and shortcuts one tap in. Plus small fixes throughout.

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

Tono Translate Pro Monthly

Unlimited translations, scripts, and photo reading

$5.991 Month
7 Days trial
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User reviews

A must have!!!

I absolutely love this translation app! What makes it stand out from other translation apps is that it doesn’t just translate the words—it takes into account who you’re talking to.

The translations feel much more natural and appropriate for the situation, rather than sounding like a literal, word-for-word translation. It’s been especially helpful when I want to make sure I’m being respectful without sounding overly formal or awkward.

If you’re learning Korean, traveling to Korea, or communicating with Korean speakers, I highly recommend this app. The ability to adjust the translation based on your audience is such a smart and useful feature!
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Response from developer

Thank you so much, this made our day! You've described exactly why we built Tono Translate: the right words depend on who you're talking to, and sounding respectful without sounding stiff is one of the hardest parts of Korean. A tip if you haven't tried it yet: tap "Add someone" to save the people you talk to most, and each person's relationship will be ready for your next translation. And if you're learning, the Practice tab brings back the phrases you've looked up so you can practice saying them from memory. If a translation ever feels off, we'd love to hear about it at hello@tonotranslate.com. — Tono Translate

FAQ

What languages does Tono Translate support?

Tono Translate supports thirteen languages, including English, Korean, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Cantonese, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Vietnamese, and Indonesian, in any direction.

Can I use Tono Translate offline?

Yes, Tono Translate works offline. On-device translations are available for words only, without the detailed explanations, and are unlimited and free.

How does Tono Translate help with learning a language?

Tono Translate helps users learn by providing explanations for formality levels, offering corrections with explanations for mistakes, and creating personalized recall drills from the user's own phrases.

What are the subscription options for Tono Translate?

Tono Translate offers 'Tono Pro Monthly' for $5.99 per month with a 7-day free trial, and 'Tono Pro Annual' for $49.99 per year with a 7-day free trial.

Is Tono Translate suitable for live conversations?

Yes, Tono Translate offers a free 'Talk, in person' mode for live conversations. It features a split-screen mode for two people using one phone, showing translations in real-time.

Does Tono Translate have ads?

No, Tono Translate does not contain advertisements. The core translation features are free, with an optional premium subscription for advanced features.

What is the age rating for Tono Translate?

Tono Translate has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children and adults.

How often is Tono Translate updated?

The latest version of Tono Translate is 1.5, and it was last updated on September 24, 2026. This indicates a relatively recent update cycle.