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27/04/2026

Babbel Launches Group Plan; Brings Shared, Affordable Language Learning to Friends, Couples, Roommates and Families

The first shared subscription in Babbel’s history gives up to six users one plan with independent learning paths

London, Berlin

16/04/2026

Gen Z chooses language learning over AI translation for real cultural connection, Babbel research finds

As AI-powered translation tools make it easier than ever to navigate unfamiliar languages, new Babbel research suggests that people still see learning a language as the route to more meaningful cultural connection, particularly among Gen Z.

London, Berlin

14/02/2026

30% of Single Brits Feel Embarrassed Or Judged For Their Accent

Northern Irish has been voted the UK’s sexiest accent, while Brummie comes last. Babbel’s research reveals that 30% of single Brits feel judged for their accent, and 26% admit to changing it to appear more attractive.

London, Berlin

59% of Germans feel that everyday communication has become ruder than it was five years ago — yet 85% consider themselves polite. A new Babbel survey highlights this tension and looks beyond borders: Japanese Keigo, English indirect requests, Finnish conversational pauses — many languages have built-in mechanisms to avoid conflict and express respect. This image represents the diversity of linguistic politeness strategies and the idea that small language adjustments can make a big difference.

18/12/2025

Britain’s Most Mispronounced Words of 2025 Revealed by Captioners

As 2025 draws to a close, Babbel has once again teamed up with the British Institute of Verbatim Reporters to identify the top words and names of 2025 that newsreaders, politicians, public figures, etc have most consistently struggled to pronounce correctly.

London, Berlin

16/09/2025

Introducing Babbel Speak: AI-Powered Confidence for Travel, Fútbol, and Everyday Life

Babbel Speak, the new AI-powered voice feature, helps learners speak with confidence through realistic dialogues, step-by-step learning, and a design focused on reducing anxiety and making conversation easier.

Berlin

27/06/2025

Babbel Appoints Tim Allen as New CEO to Unlock Next Phase

Babbel appoints former Ask.com and Care.com CEO Tim Allen to lead the language learning platform’s next phase of AI-driven growth from its Berlin headquarters.

Berlin

25/07/2024

Babbel and Sea-Watch create language courses for maritime rescue

Babbel, the market-leading platform for online language learning, and Sea-Watch e.V., the initiative for civilian sea rescue in the Mediterranean, announce the release of a special Babbel language course on sea rescue.

Berlin, London