Vocabulary in context · Choose your tools

Vocabulary tools for learning words in context

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Tap “gloves” or “lend”Example: English → French

Bring a drink and an old jacket.

We have tools and to you.

gloves

Translation

gants

Definition

Plural nounCovers that protect your hands.

Context

« We have tools and gloves to lend you. »

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Four tools. Four ways to work with words.

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Apps compared by use and pricing, including Lira
Tool	Use and access	Pricing
Readlang	Free unlimited single-word translations; daily limits for phrases and context explanations. Premium adds practice or export by book.	Free; Premium: $6/month or $48/year.Official pricing
LingQ	Content for reading and listening, with vocabulary tracking. Check plan limits and content for your language before choosing.	Limited free access; paid Premium subscription.Official pricing
Anki	Customisable cards and scheduled review. Add a sentence from your reading; the quality of the context depends on your card content.	Desktop and AnkiWeb free; paid AnkiMobile iOS app.Official pricing
LiraOur app	Guided reading from A1 to B2, books and articles you import, contextual translation and FSRS vocabulary review. Free: two new guided lessons per day.	Free plan + Premium€19.90/yearor €3.99/monthSee plans

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One invitation. Three questions. Your first reading.

Read this English A2 text, translate a word if you need to and check your understanding. The guide begins with this same reading.

Reading lesson · Level A2

An invitation to the garden

Identify the welcome session for new members and confirm attendance.

Tap any word or select a phrase to translate it.

Hi Ellis,

You said you would like to try gardening. Our small shared garden in Bristol has a welcome session this Saturday. New members meet at the blue gate at ten. The regular group starts at nine, but you do not need to come that early. We will show you the beds and find a small task together. Bring a drink and an old jacket. We have tools and gloves to lend you. If you want to join us, please reply by Thursday evening. You can stay for one hour or until lunch. There is no charge for this first visit.