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HiNative

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description HiNative Overview

HiNative is a global question-and-answer platform and mobile app designed to connect language learners with native speakers. Developed by the creators of the language exchange site Lang-8, the app allows users to ask specific questions about pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and cultural nuances by utilizing text, images, and audio recordings. It facilitates a crowdsourced learning environment where users receive practical feedback from native speakers. The platform supports numerous languages and serves as a supplementary tool for learners seeking real-world context and conversational practice.

help HiNative FAQ

Is HiNative free to use?

HiNative offers a free tier that allows users to ask a limited number of questions per day to native speakers around the world. A premium subscription, called HiNative Premium, removes these daily limits and adds features like bookmarks and priority question placement.

Who created HiNative?

HiNative was developed by the same team behind Lang-8, a popular language exchange website that launched in 2006. The HiNative mobile app was designed to make asking native speakers quick questions about pronunciation, slang, and grammar more convenient on smartphones.

Can I ask about pronunciation on HiNative?

Yes, one of HiNative's core features is the ability to ask native speakers to record audio answers for pronunciation questions. Users can submit a word or phrase and receive voice recordings from native speakers of the target language, which is especially helpful for languages with difficult tonal or phonetic systems.

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