SpoonReader helps you learn Korean or Japanese through classic English novels and stories—one sentence at a time, with AI-powered support and audio. Read in a bilingual layout, listen as you go, and use smart study tools that make it easier to stay engaged and actually finish books.

Follow the story in English, then switch to Korean or Japanese for sentence-by-sentence learning. Ask the AI when you’re stuck, reinforce meaning with scene images, and build a consistent reading routine with highlights, bookmarks, progress tracking—and now a built-in Wordbook and Word Quiz for structured review.

AI Mode

Ask AI (GPT): Get instant help with confusing sentences, vocabulary, grammar, and cultural background.

Scene Images: Add your own images or let AI generate/enhance visuals to deepen understanding and immersion.

Context Assist: Clear explanations for long sentence structure, references (who/what “it” means), and nuance.

Core Reading Experience

Bilingual by sentence or paragraph: Keep your place and keep the meaning—no losing the flow.

Flexible viewing: Page-turn or continuous scroll, plus English-only / Korean-only / Japanese-only / alternating views.

Audio per sentence: TTS/audiobook with speed, pause, and voice controls—ideal for shadowing practice.

Quick tools: Long-press to copy, highlight in colors, search dictionaries, and search across the entire book.

Smooth navigation: Chapter drawer, highlights/bookmarks panel, and a clear progress bar.

Study Tools

Word & phrase pop-ups: Tap superscript markers (¹²³) to instantly see meaning, usage examples, and simple grammar notes.

Wordbook (Vocabulary Notebook): Save and manage learned words and expressions in one place. You can build your Wordbook naturally as you read—by highlighting words/phrases—and review them later with search and filters.

Word Quiz: Practice the words you’ve saved in your Wordbook through quick quizzes. It’s an easy way to reinforce meaning and retention without leaving the app.

Vocabulary notebook + color highlights: Save and review key words by category/color.

Spaced review reminders: Automatic reminders at intervals (e.g., 1, 3, 6 hours) to keep learning active.

Customization & Themes

Adjust font size, line/paragraph spacing, margins, justification, block numbers on/off, and even UI colors. Light and dark modes supported.

Preview, Offline, and Purchases

Preview the beginning of every book before you commit.

Purchased titles stay in My Library and can be read offline.

Original English text can be downloaded for free for authentic reading practice.

Clear purchase flow with receipt verification and purchase restoration when switching devices.

Your last position and reading settings are saved and restored automatically.

How to Use

Preview a story in the library → highlight what you don’t know → save it to your Wordbook
Practice with sentence audio → shadow to improve rhythm and pronunciation
Review in Wordbook → take a quick Word Quiz to reinforce what you learned
Check progress with stats → keep a routine with reminders
Ask AI about translation, grammar, vocabulary, and cultural context anytime

Who It’s For

Learners who want to study Korean or Japanese naturally through stories, not drills

Readers who love classic literature but want more support and structure

Beginners to intermediate learners who prefer step-by-step, sentence-level learning

Anyone who wants a “graded reader” style experience with modern AI tools

Content & Updates

We’re continuously adding classics and short stories—such as The Great Gatsby and The Old Man and the Sea. New content and features are announced in the app and in update notes.

Subscription

Pass subscriptions (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced/All-in-One) unlock more titles and features. Prices and benefits may vary by region or promotion.

Read, listen, and learn—then finish the book. SpoonReader brings the full language-learning reading journey into one app.

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