Talkfirst

Talkfirst is a speaking-first voice trainer for adults learning English, Polish, and Lithuanian (with Czech available in beta). Instead of starting with grammar, you jump into real conversations from day one. Choose a ready-made scene or start a topic you care about, then speak out loud to an AI conversation partner that keeps the discussion going.

After each voice session, you get clear feedback to help you improve fast. You can see where you paused before words, notice mistakes, and learn how to deliver the whole phrase more smoothly—so your practice becomes actionable, not just “try again.” You can also do word-by-word pronunciation practice by speaking a phrase and reviewing pronunciation results.

Talkfirst also builds vocabulary using spaced-repetition flashcards and quizzes that support listening and speaking. Flashcards can be reviewed in a calm “Zen” mode, and words from lessons and conversations are added to keep your practice tied to what you actually used.

For structured progress, you can follow short audio lessons with slides (including one new lecture a day for Polish and Lithuanian) and a daily plan that helps pace you toward your target level. If you’re preparing for exams, you can practice mock speaking tasks like Lithuanian A2 residency speaking and writing, Lithuanian Constitution questions, Polish B1 speaking, and Czech A2 speaking (beta).

Pricing: Free (35 voice minutes per week, 3 conversation scenes). Pro (140 voice minutes per week, every conversation scene, your own conversation topics, plus unlimited reference audio).

Do I need grammar to start using Talkfirst?

No. You can begin speaking immediately and rely on conversation feedback plus explanations and translations in English, Russian, or Ukrainian.

What feedback do I get after a voice conversation?

You’ll see where you paused before words and for how long, plus feedback on mistakes and how to say the whole phrase without stopping.

How does pronunciation practice work in Talkfirst?

You speak a phrase out loud and get word-by-word pronunciation feedback. You can also practice by speaking phrases from memory.

How does Talkfirst help me learn vocabulary?

Words and phrases from lessons and conversations go into spaced-repetition flashcards. Quizzes help you check recall, listening, and speaking.

Which languages are available, and is Czech included?

You can practice English, Polish, and Lithuanian. Czech is available as a beta option.

What’s included in Free vs Pro?

Free includes 35 voice minutes per week and 3 conversation scenes. Pro includes 140 voice minutes per week, every conversation scene, your own conversation topics, and unlimited reference audio.