In a major update marking its 20th anniversary, Google Translate has introduced a long-awaited feature—pronunciation practice. The tool aims to help users not just translate languages, but also speak them more accurately.
Google says the new feature is among the “most requested” additions to its translation platform.
Users can now type a phrase, listen to its translation, and then speak it aloud using their phone or tablet. The app uses AI-powered analysis to evaluate pronunciation and provide instant feedback.
If the pronunciation is accurate, users receive positive confirmation. If not, the tool highlights areas for improvement and encourages another attempt.
How the feature works
After translating a phrase, users will see a “Practice” button at the bottom of the screen.
Tapping it allows them to hear the correct pronunciation before recording their own voice using the microphone.
The system then analyzes speech clarity and offers suggestions to refine pronunciation.
Limited rollout for now
At launch, the pronunciation practice feature is only available on Android devices in the United States and India.
It currently supports translations between three languages: English, Hindi, and Spanish.
Google has not yet confirmed when the feature will expand to other platforms like iPhone or desktop, or when more languages will be added.
Launched in April 2006, Google Translate started as a basic tool trained on United Nations and European Parliament transcripts.
Over time, it has evolved into one of the world’s most widely used language platforms.
Today, the app supports nearly 250 languages and is used by over a billion people every month, translating more than a trillion words.
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