PhoSpeak

Description

PhoSpeak is a mobile Vietnamese course for learners who want practical spoken language, especially beginners getting ready for daily life in Vietnam. The app teaches with a Northern accent and says it assumes zero prior knowledge, so you can start from tones and basic phrases instead of jumping into grammar first.

Inside the app, you get short teacher-led video lessons, listening exercises, pronunciation practice, and audio stories with captions. A big part of the course is tone training. You record yourself, compare your pitch to native audio, and practice all six Vietnamese tones. The lessons focus on real situations like food, transport, hotels, shopping, and everyday conversation rather than abstract textbook examples.

What makes it useful is the mix of structured lessons and speaking-focused practice in one place. The free tier gives access to core modules and daily practice, while Pro unlocks the full course and stories. The main limitation is scope. It is centered on Northern Vietnamese and practical travel and daily-life topics, so learners who want Southern Vietnamese or a broader advanced curriculum may outgrow it. You can learn more on the official site.