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Can AI REALLY Help You Pronounce Better? Elsa AI First Look

Education

Introduction

All right, we are here today with Elsa AI. I've not used this one before. We're going to see how it helps people with their English. Elsa AI says it allows users to speak English in short, fun dialogues and get instant feedback from their proprietary artificial intelligence technology.

Getting Started with Elsa AI

At the top of the page, it claims to be the "world's best way to improve your English pronunciation." Let's see what happens when we press start learning.

No Login Required

Interestingly, you don't even need to log in to try it for free. The app offers various exercises categorized into word, sentence, and conversation pronunciation. You simply click the mic, speak, and get feedback.

Language Options

The application supports several languages for the interface, namely Portuguese, Spanish, Indonesian, Japanese, and Vietnamese. Currently, the feedback and lessons available are only in English.

Word Pronunciation Feedback

When I tried pronouncing words like "communication" and "opportunity," I received scores indicating how closely I resembled a native speaker. For instance, I got a 94% on "communication" and 97% on "opportunity," with some detailed feedback on vowel lengths and tongue tension. However, it appears to focus on American English pronunciation.

Sentence Pronunciation

Next, I moved on to sentence pronunciation, where I received feedback on a complete sentence. British pronunciations work as well, but the app seems tilted towards American English.

Conversation Practice

In the final stage, I participated in a short chat using provided phrases. The feedback here seemed basic compared to the word and sentence feedback.

Subscriptions and Pricing

The majority of the features require the app version, and the free version is quite limited. Subscription plans include monthly, quarterly, and annual options, ranging from $ 12 per month (for a yearly plan) to $ 20 for a month-to-month plan. A 7-day free trial is available for those interested.

Additional Features

Elsa AI offers a variety of features, including a US citizenship test preparation course, bite-sized lessons, and business plans for schools. However, it lacks an option to translate vocabulary, which would be beneficial for non-native speakers.

Language Settings

Switching the interface language to Spanish or other available languages only changes the interface while the lessons remain in English. In role plays and job interview scenarios, pronunciation feedback is minimal, focusing more on conversational practice.

Final Thoughts

To wrap up, Elsa AI shows promise as a tool for improving English pronunciation, especially for American English. However, areas for improvement include translation options and more intuitive feedback mechanisms. Compared to other apps like TalkPal and Teach Ai, Elsa's focus is more niche on pronunciation but could be more user-friendly.

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FAQ

Q: Do I need to log in to use Elsa AI?
A: No, you can try it for free without logging in.

Q: Which languages does Elsa AI support for the interface?
A: Portuguese, Spanish, Indonesian, Japanese, and Vietnamese.

Q: Does Elsa AI focus on American or British English?
A: Elsa AI primarily focuses on American English pronunciation.

Q: What is the cost of Elsa AI?
A: Subscription plans range from $ 12 per month on a yearly plan to $ 20 for a monthly plan, with a 7-day free trial available.

Q: Does Elsa AI provide translation options for vocabulary?
A: No, Elsa AI does not currently offer translation options within the app.

Q: What added features are available in the premium version?
A: The premium version includes a US citizenship test preparation course and additional bite-sized lessons.

Q: Can I use Elsa AI for conversational practice?
A: Yes, Elsa AI offers short chat practices but provides minimal pronunciation feedback during role plays.