TL;DR: Study 14 languages with a Babbel Lifetime Subscription, only $129.97 (reg. $599) until December 8. 

Learning a second language is hard, and it’s not your fault if one app or another isn’t working out for you. Maybe the cartoon rewards and endless repetition feel more like a chore than a path to fluency. If that sounds familiar, Babbel might be the language-learning app that finally works for you.

Unlike gamified apps that prioritize streaks over practical skills, Babbel focuses on real-world conversations. Babbel was designed by a team of language experts to help you learn a language in a way you’ll actually use, whether you need to know how to order coffee or just ask for directions. Bonus: the price of a lifetime subscription just dropped. Instead of paying $599, you can get Babbel for life for $129.97. 

Your Babbel lifetime subscription lets you study any or all of 14 languages, including 

And that’s not even the full catalog. 

Babbel lessons are quick, each lasting around 10 to 15 minutes to give you practical conversational skills you can use long before you’re totally fluent. And you aren’t limited to one device. Your progress syncs across all your devices, so you can study Danish at breakfast and Russian on the way to work. 

Babbel’s emphasis on cultural context and practical application sets it apart from competitors. It’s less about grinding through levels and more about genuinely preparing to communicate.

Within a month, many users find themselves confidently navigating everyday conversations, whether they’re preparing for a trip abroad or impressing their multilingual friends.

For anyone who’s given up on apps that feel like games, Babbel’s straightforward and effective approach is a breath of fresh air. 

Take a practical approach to learning a new language. 

You have until December 8 at 11:59 p.m. PT to get a Lifetime Subscription to Babbel for just $129.97. 

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