Google Translate Introduces AI Language Learning Tools

Google has introduced AI-powered language learning tools within its Translate app, aiming to compete with platforms like Duolingo. These tools offer tailored practice sessions for listening and speaking, personalized to users' skill levels and goals, along with daily progress tracking. Google Translate now supports live conversations in over 70 languages, featuring audio and on-screen translations, recognition of pauses, accents, and intonations for natural flow, and functionality in noisy environments like restaurants or airports. The initial rollout supports English speakers learning Spanish and French, and Spanish, French, and Portuguese speakers learning English. These updates are powered by Google's advanced AI and Gemini models, enhancing translation quality and multimodal capabilities.