Bonjour! ¿Cómo estás? Grazie! These phrases might look familiar, but learning a language goes beyond the basics.  

Get practical knowledge with Transparent Language Online — an engaging tool that will help you practise your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a new language. 

There are over 140 languages to choose from, including English for ESL newcomers. Whether you want to get started with English, discuss in Dari, inform in Italian, or talk in Turkish, read below to see how Transparent Language Online will help you learn a new language. 

Essential Courses 

These courses guide you through 30+ lessons of pure language fundamentals including meeting and greeting, expressing wants and needs, planning for a trip, dealing with money, asking for help, and more*. 

General Vocabulary 

Hundreds of vocabulary lists will teach you new words and phrases with fun, interactive activities. These activities build all four core language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.  

Alphabet Courses 

Full-length alphabet courses are available in 18+ languages to familiarize you with new writing systems. This includes languages with alphabets that may seem intimidating like Mandarin Chinese, Hindi, or Arabic. 

Grammar Reference 

An extensive index of grammar materials rounds out the language-learning experience, providing both written and multimedia explanations of grammar rules and patterns. 

Customizable Learning Path 

A customizable Learning Path allows you to choose what you want to learn. You will be able to track your progress and will be periodically notified to review material that you haven’t seen in a while. It’s like having a built-in teacher to keep you on track. 

Get Started Today 

Transparent Language Online works on any Internet-connected device, so you can learn from your laptop, phone, or tablet at any time. You can also access it on a desktop or Chromebook at the Library. Visit our website to get started. 

*Course materials vary by language.