About TroveReader
TroveReader is based on a simple yet powerful idea: the most effective way to learn a language is to engage with content you genuinely find interesting. Tired of AI-generated slop, drilling apps that get you nowhere, and dry graded-readers? We get it. That's why TroveReader is a language learning tool based on real-world communication, helping you engage with challenging but authentic material: articles, podcasts, videos.
Our Philosophy: Frictionless, Comprehensible Input
Our core philosophy is based on the principle of comprehensible input, popularized by linguist Stephen Krashen. The theory suggests that we acquire language best when we understand messages in that language. TroveReader is designed to be a frictionless facilitator of this process. It's not the lesson itself; it's the tool that makes the lesson possible.
By allowing you to import any article, subtitle file, or text, with or without accompanying audio or video, we empower you to turn your curiosity into a curriculum. Whether it's a news story you would read in your native language usually, the transcript of your favorite podcast, or the subtitles from a show you've been wanting to watch, TroveReader transforms it into an interactive learning experience.
How It Works
The process is simple. As you read, you click on words or select phrases you don't know. Instantly see translations for these and add them to your personal "Trove," creating a dynamic vocabulary list that is built from your own discovery. When you encounter these words in future texts, they're highlighted, reinforcing your learning in new contexts. This method helps you build a deep, contextual understanding of vocabulary and grammar rather than just memorizing isolated words or rules.
We are committed to building a tool that respects your intelligence and empowers your learning journey. Thank you for being a part of it. If you want to support this project or get in touch, see our feedback email below.
Ready to Transform Your Language Learning?
TroveReader is currently in a private beta with a small group of users. To get notified when invitation keys become available, join our waiting list: