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Brill

Brill

Language at your fingertips

Website brillapp.com
Overview

What it is

Brill is an iOS widget that helps you memorize a language on your own time. Cycling through the top 1000 words in a language, easily (re)view words in the language you're learning—Right on your home screen. Available in Spanish, French, German, and Dutch.

Intent

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Maintain language learning without guilt or streaks

Brill eliminates pressure-based gamification by removing streaks and reminders. Words appear passively on the home screen, allowing learners to engage at their own pace without notifications or penalty for missed days, reducing burnout and supporting sustainable habit formation.

Access language learning on lock screen and home screen

Pro users unlock lock screen widget support alongside home screen placement, enabling vocabulary exposure in multiple high-visibility locations. The widget supports light, dark, and clear display modes to blend seamlessly with device aesthetics.

Customize vocabulary learning to personal needs

Pro subscribers can add custom words, filter vocabulary by tags, blur English translations for active recall, and control word refresh frequency (daily, hourly, 15-minute cycles). This enables learners to focus on domain-specific or personally relevant vocabulary beyond the default 365-word free tier.

Learn multiple languages with pronunciation support

Brill supports 37 languages with native audio pronunciation and phonetic guides included free for all users. The app covers high-frequency vocabulary across diverse language families, allowing learners to explore or maintain proficiency in multiple languages simultaneously.

Build daily vocabulary habits with minimal friction

Brill places essential words directly on the iOS home screen as a widget, enabling passive vocabulary absorption throughout the day without opening an app. Users see new words naturally during normal device use, building consistent exposure without requiring dedicated study time or motivation.

Drop

Not a fit when

  • User needs comprehensive grammar instruction or structured language courses beyond vocabulary building
  • User requires Android device support (app is iOS-only)
  • User wants real-time conversation practice or interactive dialogue features
  • User needs offline access to full word lists without internet connectivity
  • User prefers traditional app-based learning over home screen widget integration
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Pricing

Freemium with optional Pro subscription View pricing