App Gerlyver vs Learn Cornish
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
App Gerlyver
This app provides access to a comprehensive English-Cornish dictionary, allowing users to search for words and explore related entries. It supports both English and Cornish user interfaces, making it a valuable tool for language learners and enthusiasts.
- Search English or Cornish headwords
- View all entries for a headword
- Drill down to related entries
- English and Cornish UI languages
- Cornish terminology search
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The App Gerlyver allows you to search the Gerlyver an Akademi Kernewek dictionary, as well as to standardized terminology, from mobile devices. Features include: - easily search English or Cornish headwords - show all entries for a given English or Cornish headwords - drill down feature to find related entries - Cornish and English user interface languages, with the ability to change language in Settings. App Gerlyver was developed by Bangor University's Language Technologies Unit and was part funded by Cornwall Council.
Learn Cornish
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Cornwall has its own language. Now you can learn it. Cornish (Kernewek) has been spoken here for over a thousand years. Whether you've grown up in Cornwall, moved here, or just feel the pull of the place, Learn Cornish makes picking it up easier than you think. Start from zero. A few minutes a day. No pressure. Free to use. No ads. WHAT YOU'LL DO ⢠Short, friendly lessons that build up at your own pace ⢠Speaking practice ā say the words aloud and get instant feedback ⢠Native pronunciation on every word and phrase ⢠Twelve mini-games ā Word Scramble, Flashcard Sprint, Hangman, Crossword, Word Search, Spelling Bee and more ⢠Daily challenges to keep your streak alive ⢠Clear grammar reference for when you're ready ⢠Built-in Cornish dictionary, searchable from anywhere in the app ⢠Classes and head-to-head challenges to learn with friends, family, or a teacher WHY LEARN CORNISH? Cornish lives in the place names you pass every day, in songs at festivals, on signs from Penzance to Padstow. Learning even a little brings Cornwall to life in a new way ā and helps keep a beautiful language thriving for the next generation. WHO IT'S FOR ⢠Locals reconnecting with their heritage ⢠Newcomers who want to feel more at home in Cornwall ⢠Curious learners who love discovering new languages ⢠Teachers and students working through Cornish in class ⢠Anyone who's ever wondered what "Kernow bys vyken" means (it's "Cornwall forever") Your progress is saved to your account and syncs across all your devices, so you can learn on your phone, tablet, or computer. Ready to begin? Download Learn Cornish and say your first word in Kernewek today. Meur ras ā thank you.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Learn Cornish at daily against App Gerlyver's every 13 months. App Gerlyver's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
App Gerlyver ships an update every 13 months, Learn Cornish daily. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | App Gerlyver | Learn Cornish |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | ā |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | Daily ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | ā |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 ā better | 14.1 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 134 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bangor University | JOSHUA SAMUEL HOOD |
In-app purchases
App Gerlyver
No in-app purchases
Learn Cornish
No in-app purchases






