Learn Swiss German with Audio: The LanguageFast Vocabulary App

LanguageFast is the most comprehensive vocabulary trainer for Switzerland. Learn Swiss German (Schwiizertütsch), High German, French, and Italian using the proven Leitner system.

New: Real Swiss German with Audio (TTS)! The #1 app for Expats and newcomers. No subscription, no login, 100% Swiss Made.

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Vocabulary Trainer for Expats: Understand the Dialect in 5 Minutes

Build your vocabulary quickly and effectively for your job and daily life. LanguageFast is the efficient booster for everyone who doesn't have time for thick grammar books but wants to truly integrate in Switzerland.

• New & Unique: Choose Swiss German as your learning language! Thanks to modern TTS technology, the app reads the dialect to you (manually verified). Perfect for bridging the gap between High German and the local dialect.

• Swiss Focus: All standard texts are in Swiss High German (no "ß"). Learn essential terms like "Halbtax", "GA", "Grundversicherung" (basic insurance) or "Betreibung".

• Fair & Efficient: No subscription, no data tracking, no login. Smart 5-minute sessions to fit your busy schedule.

Why LanguageFast is the best app to learn Swiss German

LEARN SWISS GERMAN WITH AUDIO Unique feature: Learn Swiss German with correct audio pronunciation. We use a widely understood mix of Bernese and Zurich dialects. You can even set the entire System Language to dialect – the ultimate immersion test!

NO SUBSCRIPTION – FULL CONTROL We hate subscription traps just as much as you do. Start for free with over 60 packs. If you want more, pay once to unlock all 6,500+ words. Forever.

START INSTANTLY – NO LOGIN We focus on you, not your data. Download and start in 10 seconds. No registration required – ideal for a quick start after moving to Switzerland.

Smart Learning with Flashcards (Leitner Principle)

Forget rote memorization. The app uses the scientifically proven Leitner system with 4 boxes (Spaced Repetition).

• Intelligent Algorithm: The system remembers your individual progress.

• Targeted Repetition: Easy words appear less often. Difficult vocabulary is repeated exactly when you are about to forget it.

• Long-term Memory: Knowledge moves directly into your long-term memory – ideal for language exams (A1–C2) or surviving the Swiss workplace.

Your Vocabulary by Topic: Over 6,500 Words

Learn exactly what you need for daily life in Switzerland. Choose from 11 main categories and over 297 packs:

• Travel & World: Everything for the train station ("Perron", "Halbtax", "GA"), accommodation, and commuting.

• Business & Career: Ready for the Swiss office, finance, insurance, and job applications.

• Living & Lifestyle: Housing, furniture, fashion, and shopping ("Poschte", "Aktion").

• Health & Medicine: Essential vocabulary for health insurance, pharmacies, and doctors.

• Technology, Nature & Idioms: Speak like a local and understand common Swiss sayings.

Available Levels (CEFR):

• Basic (A1/A2): Essential vocabulary for beginners.

• Intermediate (B1/B2): Communicate confidently in daily life.

• Profi (C1/C2): Specialized vocabulary and complex expressions

✈️ TRAVEL & WORLD

Prepare perfectly for your next trip.

Topics: Train Station, Direction, City, Holidays, Accommodation, World, Luggage, Landscape, Travel Planning, Traffic, Orientation, Global, Aviation, Expedition.
Ideal for: Buying tickets, booking hotels, and navigating new cities

💼 JOB & CAREER

Everything for business and international work.

Topics: Professions, Workplace, Office, Training, Application, Economy, Contract, Management, Staff, Law, Processes, Competence, Networking, Finance.
Ideal for: Job interviews, office communication, and professional life.

🏡 HOME & LIFESTYLE

Vocabulary for your daily life.

Topics: Home, Furniture, Bathroom, Clothing, Fashion, Household, Shopping, Routine, Objects, Real Estate, Furnishing, Wardrobe, Consumption, Technology, Care, Materials, Architecture, Renting, Interior.
Ideal for: Finding an apartment, buying furniture, and daily chores.

🥗 FOOD & ENJOYMENT

Order in a restaurant like a local.

Topics: Fruits, Vegetables, Bakery, Savory, Meal, Drinks, Sweets, Kitchen, Enjoyment, Ingredients, Meat Counter, Culinary Arts, Kitchen Tools, Restaurant, Diet, Gastronomy.
Ideal for: Dining out, grocery shopping, and cooking.

❤️ PEOPLE & RELATIONSHIPS

Express your feelings.

Topics: Family, People, Body, Feelings, Character, Appearance, Life, Interaction, Conversation, Emotions, Dialogue, Bonding, Society, Life Path, Self-Image, Conflict.
Ideal for: Small talk, making friends, and solving conflicts.

💻 TECHNOLOGY & DIGITAL

Essential for the modern world.

Topics: Devices, Mobile Phone, Internet, Operation, Data, Electricity, Media, Entertainment, Hardware, Software, Security, Multimedia, Computer Science, Programming, Network, Innovation, Social Media, E-Business.
Ideal for: IT issues, smartphone usage, and digital professions.

🚑 HEALTH & MEDICINE

Feel safe in an emergency.

Topics: Body, Symptoms, Doctor, Pharmacy, Emergency, Care, Fitness, Anatomy, Illness, Treatment, Medication, Dentist, Diagnosis, Insurance, Psychology, Therapy.
Ideal for: Doctor visits, pharmacy runs, and medical emergencies.

🌿 NATURE & ENVIRONMENT

Understand your surroundings.

Topics: Pets, Wild Animals, Plants, Weather, Seasons, Elements, Outside, Animal World, Botany, Climate, Terrain, Ecology, Agriculture, Universe, Geology, Meteorology, Climate Crisis, Energy, Biology.
Ideal for: Hiking, talking about the weather, and nature lovers.

🎨 ARTS & CULTURE

Topics: Music, Reading, Art, Celebrations, Hobbies, Faith, Film, History, Theatre, Literature, Tradition, Leisure, Aesthetics, Customs, Stage, Press, Philosophy.

🗣️ IDIOMS & COMMUNICATION

Topics: Greeting, Farewell, Politeness, Understanding, Opinion, Wishes, Appointments, Agreement, Rejection, Metaphor, Questions, Connection.
Special: Useful idioms and common phrases.

📚 GRAMMAR & MISCELLANEOUS

Topics: Pronouns, Verbs, Numbers, Colors, Adverbs, Time, Place, Quantity, Prepositions, Adjectives, Structure, Logic, Temporal.

Smart Features for Your Success

LanguageFast offers more than just vocabulary cards. We built specific features to help you integrate into Swiss life faster.

Cross-Language Learning:
You have total freedom. Learn Swiss German directly from Portuguese, Spanish, French, Italian, or English. No need to bridge through another language.
Audio & Pronunciation:
Essential for the dialect! With our integrated Text-to-Speech function, you can hear every Swiss German word directly in the quiz.
Offline Mode:
Perfect for the daily commute. Learn anywhere, even on the train, in a tunnel, or in the mountains without internet reception.
Cloud Backup:
Switch devices seamlessly. You can optionally save your progress in the cloud – still without creating an account or login.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is LanguageFast free?
Yes, you can download the app for free and use over 60 learning packs permanently as a "Free User".

Is there a subscription?
No. We consciously avoid subscriptions. There is only one fair one-time payment (Lifetime) to unlock all 6,500+ words. Pay once, learn forever.

Which languages can I learn?
You can learn any language from any language! Mix and match German (CH), English, French (CH), Italian (CH), Spanish, Portuguese, and NEW: Swiss German (with Audio).

Is it real Swiss German?
Yes. We use a specially tuned mix (focus on Bernese and Zurich German) that is understood throughout the German-speaking part of Switzerland. Thanks to the audio output, you not only learn the spelling but also the sound of the dialect.

Do you sell my data?
Absolutely not. Since you don't need a login or an account, we don't collect any personal data from you. Your learning progress stays on your device (or your private cloud). We respect your privacy. Protecting your data is important to us. The privacy policy describes the type, scope and purpose of the processing of personal data in the “LanguageFast” app (iOS & Android). You can find it in all app languages in the navigation.