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lingobrief - Learn With News

Real News.
Your level.
Smarter learning.

Read real news in your target language with AI simplification, phrase translation, and vocabulary tools that help every article become study material.

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Deutsch + Spanish today A1 to B2 CSV export
This month 3 / 5 free news used
Simplified in Deutsch (B1)

Deutschland baut Bahnverbindungen fuer den Sommer aus

Viele Staedte planen mehr Zuege zwischen wichtigen Bahnhoefen. Die neuen Verbindungen helfen Reisenden und reduzieren Verkehr auf den Strassen.

Saved vocabulary 24 words
  • Verbindungenroutes
  • Zugtrain
  • Verkehrtraffic

How it works

A better way to learn from real news

  1. Read real news

    Open any news article and simplify it into your selected learning language.

  2. Set your level

    Choose A1, A2, B1, or B2 and get a version that fits.

  3. Tap to translate

    Click a phrase to see clear translations in context.

  4. Save useful words

    Build a personal vocabulary list while you read.

  5. Export vocabulary

    Save your word list as CSV for review or study apps.

  6. Keep learning

    Get 5 free news simplifications each month. Need more? Leave your email.

Levels that grow with you

CEFR-aligned simplification

Articles are adapted to your current ability while keeping the main facts and useful expressions intact.

A1

Beginner

Short sentences and common words.

Example: The city is big.
A2

Elementary

Simple everyday vocabulary with clear structure.

Example: The city has many parks and trees.
B1

Intermediate

More detail and natural expressions.

Example: Many cities are adding more parks to improve life.
B2

Upper-intermediate

Richer ideas for confident readers.

Example: Urban planners are investing in greener spaces.

Interactive demo

Try the workflow before you install

Original article

German cities add more green routes for commuters

City leaders announced new rail and bike routes this summer after residents asked for faster, cleaner ways to travel.

Simplified in Deutsch (B1)

Staedte machen Reisen umweltfreundlicher

Viele Staedte bauen mehr Zuege und Radwege. Diese Aenderungen helfen Menschen, schneller zu reisen und die Luft sauberer zu machen.

152 words B1 level Simplified with AI
Phrase translation

Translate words and phrases without losing article context.

Save vocabulary

Bookmark useful words and build a personal study list.

CSV export

Move vocabulary into your favorite study workflow.

Smart simplification

Adapt real articles to your level while preserving meaning.

Free beta

First version is free.

Every user gets 5 free news simplifications each month. The limit stays in place while the first version is free. If you want more, leave your email and we will contact you when expanded access is ready.

Free version

5 news/month

No payment required. Enough to try the workflow and build a small vocabulary habit.

  • German and Spanish articles
  • A1, A2, B1, and B2 levels
  • Phrase translation
  • Vocabulary saving and CSV export
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Join the list

Tell us if you want more than the monthly free limit. There is no payment option in this first version.

  • Request more monthly access
  • All CEFR levels
  • Translation and vocabulary tools
  • CSV export for your study stack

Built for real reading

Loved by learners who want useful practice

"I finally understand German articles without giving up after the first paragraph."

Sofia, learning German

"Saving phrases from Spanish news makes my vocabulary review feel connected to real life."

Lucas, learning Spanish

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The first focus is German and Spanish. The workflow is built around those two languages today.

Each user gets 5 free news simplifications every month. When the monthly allowance is used, you can leave your email to hear when more access is available.

Yes. You can switch between A1, A2, B1, and B2 whenever you want, article by article.

Export saved vocabulary to CSV so you can review it in a spreadsheet or move it into your favorite study tools.

No. We are taking care of the AI model in the product.

Make real news your monthly language habit.

Install the extension, simplify 5 news articles for free each month, and leave your email if you want more access later.

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