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The language learning sector is being redefined by technology, with startups emerging from hubs in the US, Europe, and Asia. Many of these companies are building platforms centered on artificial intelligence.

For example, Lingokids has raised $182.4M for its children's learning app, while Sanas secured $117.7M for its accent modulation software.

Below is our list of 26 Language Learning startups worth keeping an eye on.

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Lingokids develops an educational app that uses a "Playlearning™" method to teach a variety of subjects to young children. Their platform offers interactive games, songs, and activities designed for kids aged 2-8 to build academic and social-emotional skills.

HeadquartersMadrid, Madrid, Spain
Year Founded2014
FoundersCristobal Viedma, Marieta Viedma
Funding Amount$182.4M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusVenture Round
Top InvestorsGeneral Catalyst, 500 Global, Bessemer Venture Partners, Reach Capital, JME Ventures

Lyzr has created an open-source agent framework for building enterprise-grade generative AI applications. Their platform allows developers to construct and deploy complex, multi-agent workflows with specialized AI agents.

HeadquartersJersey City, New Jersey, United States
Year Founded2023
FoundersSiva S
Funding Amount$2.9M
Startup SizeLean Team (11-50)
Last Funding StatusSeed
Top InvestorsBenhamou Global Ventures, Angel Investors, ZenithCrest, Artha99 Investment Partners

Sanas created a real-time speech platform that modulates accents to make communication clearer and more effective. Their technology is recognized for its ability to preserve the speaker's original voice and emotion, ensuring interactions remain natural.

HeadquartersPalo Alto, California, United States
Year Founded2020
FoundersMaxim Serebryakov, Sharath Keshava Narayana, Shawn Zhang
Funding Amount$117.7M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusSeries B
Top InvestorsGeneral Catalyst, Insight Partners, Quiet Capital, Human Capital, Bossa Invest

LingoAce developed an EdTech platform that provides a fun and engaging environment for children aged 3-15 to learn a new language. Their programs connect young learners with certified teachers for live classes, helping them build fluency and confidence.

HeadquartersSingapore, Central Region, Singapore
Year Founded2017
FoundersHugh Yao
Funding Amount$180M
Startup SizeMajor Organization (1,001-5,000)
Last Funding StatusSeries C
Top InvestorsPeak XV Partners, Tiger Global Management, Shunwei Capital, Owl Ventures, SWC Global

Speak builds an AI-powered language learning app that helps people become fluent by practicing speaking. Their AI tutor engages users in open-ended conversations, offering a practical way to build speaking confidence.

HeadquartersSan Francisco, California, United States
Year Founded2017
FoundersAndrew Hsu, Connor Zwick
Funding Amount$152M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusSeries C
Top InvestorsAccel, Khosla Ventures, Figma, Y Combinator, Founders Fund

BoldVoice develops a communication coaching app to help non-native speakers improve their confidence and clarity. Their platform provides personalized lessons and real-time feedback to help users master their pronunciation and public speaking skills.

HeadquartersNew York, New York, United States
Year Founded2021
FoundersAnada Lakra, Ilya Usorov
Funding Amount$6.1M
Startup SizeFounding Team (1-10)
Last Funding StatusSeed
Top InvestorsY Combinator, Liquid 2 Ventures, Flybridge, Corazon Capital, Xfund

Cathoven builds an AI-powered smart tutor designed to help students prepare for language proficiency exams. The platform provides instant, human-like feedback on speaking and writing, along with mock tests for exams such as the IELTS and TOEFL.

HeadquartersAustin, Texas, United States
Year Founded2022
FoundersErdi Tac, Mingxi Liang, Summer Long
Funding Amount$900k
Startup SizeLean Team (11-50)
Last Funding StatusSeed
Top Investorsgener8tor, Linear Venture, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation

Masterminds Education develops an AI-powered platform that delivers personalized learning for early, elementary, and middle school students. Their comprehensive curriculum is offered through a network of micro-schools and online programs designed to identify and nurture each child's unique talents.

HeadquartersDover, Delaware, United States
Year Founded2015
FoundersShamail Siddiqi, Tania Siddiqi
Funding Amount$11.2M
Startup SizeLean Team (11-50)
Last Funding StatusUndisclosed
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AutogenAI offers an AI-powered platform that helps businesses craft more compelling content for bids and proposals. The tool aims to increase proposal quality and submission speed, ultimately improving a company's contract win rates.

HeadquartersLondon, England, United Kingdom
Year Founded2022
FoundersRaj Khaira, Sean Williams
Funding Amount$61.7M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusSeries B
Top InvestorsSalesforce Ventures, Spark Capital, Blossom Capital

Timekettle creates communication hardware that uses AI to translate conversations in real time. Their main products are wearable earbuds designed to make cross-language communication feel natural and immersive.

HeadquartersShenzhen, Guangdong, China
Year Founded2016
FoundersLeal Tian
Funding AmountCN¥10M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusSeries A
Top InvestorsOriental Fortune Capital, Huaruixin, Jinxi Venture Capital Management

16 Additional Language Learning Startups Worth Following

Those top ten companies are just the beginning of the story. Many other founders are building new ways to learn, raising over $130 million combined to bring their ideas to life.

You'll see companies at every stage, from brand new ideas to more established players. Below is a look at the other startups that are helping shape the future of language learning.

StartupMain IndustryYear FoundedAmount RaisedLast Funding Round
BeeSpeaker logo BeeSpeakerMedia2022$2.6MSeed
Stimuler logo StimulerAI2022$4.8MSeed
Lingvist logo LingvistAI2013$17.2MVenture Round
Fluency Academy logo Fluency AcademyEducation2016$50MSeries A
Syntax logo SyntaxAI2023$100kAngel
AmazingTalker logo AmazingTalkerEducation2016$15.5MSeries A
Vuihoc.vn logo Vuihoc.vnEducation2019$8MSeries A
Poliglota logo PoliglotaEducation2011$4.4MEquity Crowdfunding
Lucida AI logo Lucida AIAI2023$1.3MPre-Seed
Learnship logo LearnshipEducation2008$10MVenture Round
QKids logo QKidsEducation2015CN¥133MSeries C
Capri Healthcare Ltd logo Capri Healthcare LtdAI2019$869.3kSeed
EMYS logo EMYSAI2016€3.4MSeries A
Swap Language logo Swap LanguageEducation2017€2MSeed
Capeesh logo CapeeshAI2017$400kPre-Seed
FunEasyLearn logo FunEasyLearnMedia2013

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