Learning with TextsLanguage learning by reading

A self-hosted web application for learning languages through reading texts

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Read & Learn

Import texts in any language, click unknown words to look them up and save translations. Build vocabulary naturally through context.

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Track Progress

Words are tracked with status levels (1-5). Review and test your vocabulary with spaced repetition principles.

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Self-Hosted

Run on your own server. Your data stays private. No subscription fees. 100% free and open source.

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Any Language

Works with any language. Special support for Japanese (MeCab), Chinese, and other languages with custom parsing rules.

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Mobile Ready

Responsive design works on tablets and phones. Read and study anywhere with mobile-friendly interface.

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Export & Sync

Export vocabulary to Anki for flashcard practice. Import/export terms in TSV/CSV format for flexibility.

What is Learning with Texts?

Learning with Texts (LWT) is a tool for language learning inspired by Stephen Krashen's principles of Second Language Acquisition, LingQ, and ideas from AJATT (All Japanese All The Time).

This is the community-maintained fork that improves upon the original with:

Modern PHP 8.1+ support
Smaller database size
Better mobile experience
Active development

Quick Start

Install a local web server - Use XAMPP, MAMP, or a LAMP stack
Download LWT - Get the latest release
Configure database - Copy .env.example to .env and set your credentials
Start learning - Create a language, import a text, and begin reading!

See the Installation Guide for detailed instructions.

Community

GitHub: HugoFara/lwt
Issues: Report bugs or request features
Discussions: Join the conversation