Google is testing an AI feature that will help improve your English speaking skills

Speaking practice from Google is available in Search Labs test mode. The feature will help users improve their English skills through AI-powered exercises.

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Google is testing an AI feature that will help improve your English speaking skills

Google has opened test access to Speaking practice, a feature aimed at improving the pronunciation of spoken English phrases. It is currently only available to members of Search Labs, a program that brings AI to Google Search.

According to the company, the feature provides a set of interactive language exercises powered by AI. They are designed to help a person learning English use certain words and phrases in everyday life.

In Speaking practice, the user communicates with the AI by answering sequential questions and using specific words in their answers . For example, one option assumes that the AI will express a desire to get in shape and ask the question: “What should I do?” In turn, the person will have to give an answer by including the words “exercise”, “fatigue” and “heart” in his response.

The introduction of this feature to Google Search indicates that the company wants to create a language learning app that can compete with services like Duolingo.