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5 min read

Should You Learn a Language Like a Baby? Here's What Works Better for Adults

Аўтар: Bubblegum Team

Many people recommend 'learning like babies' or starting with children's books. While these methods can help, we've found approaches that work even better for adult learners. Here's what we've discovered.

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9 min read

Duolingo vs Bubblegum: Which One Should You Use?

Аўтар: Bubblegum Team

We tried Duolingo. We tried everything. Here's why we built something different—combining the best of DuChinese's integrated translations, Satori Reader's engaging stories, and LingQ's vocabulary tracking with AI that actually helps you read real content.

DuolingoComprehensible Input+4
6 min read

Finding Our Voice in the Age of AI: How We Stay Human While Embracing Technology

Аўтар: Bubblegum Team

In a world flooded with AI-generated content, we're building something different at Bubblegum. Here's how we use AI as a tool while keeping humans at the heart of everything we create—and why that matters for language learners.

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5 min read

You Have Language Learning Superpowers (But Many Apps Are Ignoring Them)

Аўтар: Bubblegum Team

Every adult language learner has three natural superpowers that make vocabulary stick effortlessly. But many apps overlook these abilities in favor of artificial systems. Here's how to unlock yours.

Language Learning SuperpowersContext+4
9 min read

Is Language Learning Still Worth It in 2025? Reflections by an AI Researcher

Аўтар: Josh - Bubblegum Maker

A personal reflection on the parallels between biological and artificial intelligence, the importance of training data in shaping both humans and AI, and why courage and human connection remain at the heart of language learning.

AILanguage Learning+5
11 min read

Translation Exercises vs Comprehensible Input: Here's What Works Better for Real Fluency

Аўтар: Bubblegum Team

Translation exercises feel productive because they give instant gratification, but there's a more powerful approach. Learn how to build direct comprehension for faster fluency and when translation actually helps your learning.

TranslationDirect Thinking+3
9 min read

Bubblegum's Design Philosophy: 9 Principles for Learner-First Design

Аўтар: Bubblegum Team

Many language learning apps are designed for investors, not learners. Here are the 9 principles that guide everything we build at Bubblegum—and why we believe language learning should put learners first, always.

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9 min read

Beyond '5 Minutes a Day': How Deep Engagement Beats Daily Streaks for Real Language Learning

Аўтар: Bubblegum Team

Many language learning apps push daily streaks and micro-sessions. But there's a more effective approach: deep, focused practice that fits your real life. Here's what actually drives fluency and how to make your learning time count.

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