About Verbista
Verbista helps you learn a language by reading and listening to interesting stories and articles at your level, with instant help for any word you don't know.
What you get
Stories at your level
Read short stories and articles matched to your level, from complete beginner to advanced.
Listen while you read
Follow along with audio to hear how words and sentences sound.
Tap any word
Tap a word you don't know to see its meaning without losing your place.
Practice what you learn
Review the words you've met with flashcards and quick vocabulary games.
Content that fits you
Verbista adapts to the words you already know, so what you read stays challenging but doable.
How it works
Choose a language and your level
Pick the language you want to learn and where you're starting from, whether you're brand new or already reading.
Read and listen
Open a story or article at your level and follow along with the audio.
Tap and review
Tap words you don't know, then come back to review them with flashcards and games so they stick.
Languages and levels
You can learn English, Spanish, or Mandarin. Verbista itself is available in English, Spanish, Hinglish, and Chinese. Content spans levels from complete beginner (A1) through advanced (C2), following the widely used CEFR scale.
Common questions
Which languages can I learn?
You can learn English, Spanish, or Mandarin. Verbista itself is available in English, Spanish, Hinglish, and Chinese.
What level do I need?
None. Pick your starting level when you begin, from complete beginner to advanced, and you can change it later.
Do I need an account?
No. You can start reading right away.
Is Verbista free?
Yes, you can start learning for free.
How does it help me learn?
By reading and listening to interesting stories and articles at your level, looking up words as you go, and reviewing them later, so new vocabulary sticks through repeated exposure in context.
Do I need to download an app?
No. Verbista works in your phone or computer browser.