Google Translate uses AI to help you practice pronunciation
Google Translate is introducing a new AI-powered pronunciation practice feature to mark its 20th anniversary, offering real-time feedback on spoken language. Initially available on Android for English, Spanish, and Hindi users in the US and India, the tool listens to users and suggests phonetic corrections. The feature responds to high user demand for speaking and listening practice within the app. Google says over a third of mobile users rely on Translate for real-world conversation preparation.
- ▪The pronunciation practice feature uses AI to analyze speech and provide instant feedback.
- ▪It is currently available only on Android for English, Spanish, and Hindi in the US and India.
- ▪Users can access the feature through a 'Practice' button that offers 'pronounce' or 'listen' options.
- ▪Google reports that Translate supports over 250 languages and processes more than 1 trillion words monthly.
- ▪The app has over 1 billion monthly users, with about a third using it for speaking and listening practice.
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