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Rave Reviews from Users of the Pimsleur Method

Monroe

Just because I could say a few words in his language, it was instant friendship.

Amy

You get a wonderful accent…you don’t realize how proficient you’re getting.

David

Knowing the language really helps generate rapport.

James

I didn’t have to think about grammar…all the words word flew from my mouth right on the spot.

Michele

Everyone thinks (language learning) is so hard. I say no. It’s only because you’re doing the wrong thing.

Tara

Just because I could say a few words in his language, it was instant friendship.

Monroe

Just because I could say a few words in his language, it was instant friendship.

The Pimsleur Method has been used by the FBI, Homeland Security, State Department, Marine Corps, and Navy, Fortune 500 companies such as Mercer and Alcoa, as well as diplomats, journalists, aid workers, and business executives who need to learn a language quickly and effectively.

Listen to what “Pimsleur graduates” have to say about our world-famous method…

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Amy
You get a wonderful accent…you don’t realize how proficient you’re getting.
David
Knowing the language really helps generate rapport.
James
I didn’t have to think about grammar…all the words word flew from my mouth right on the spot.
Michele
Everyone thinks (language learning) is so hard. I say no. It’s only because you’re doing the wrong thing.
Tara
When we go to France, we can have a completely different experience.
These videos feature actual customers who were filmed as part of a Pimsleur marketing campaign. No compensation was provided.

The Pimsleur Method Works when Other Methods Fall Short

Whether you tried to learn in high school, college, or from another program you quickly realized the goal of the course wasn't on communicating. You had to memorize rules, translate sentences, or point and click on photos on a computer screen or other device. But with Pimsleur, you’ll listen to two native speakers, while your tutor coaches you on how to respond. Each lesson is scientifically-sequenced to ensure it will work for you the same way it’s worked for millions of others before.

Take a look at the chart below and you'll see why Pimsleur is light years ahead of the competition!

Pimsleur

Rosetta Stone

Hands-Free Learning
for core lessons
Learn while you drive, run, or garden

You’ll need to click on images on a computer or other device1

English Instructions
to overcome complex hurdles

No2

Great Offer
full access to complete course
(as low as $59.95 for 3 months)

No3

(starts at $79 for 3 months)
Cultural Differences
reflected in the course material

No4

Perhaps the best thing Rosetta Stone has done is advertise. But, like most programs, Rosetta Stone focuses on reading, writing, and grammar. You’re tethered to a screen reading and doing drills. As Dr. Pimsleur discovered more than 50 years ago – this not the optimal way to learn. Besides, do you really want to spend more time staring at a computer after you get home from work?

* (1) Rosetta Stone core lessons require interacting with screen of an electronic device. (2) Immersion only. No English instructions. (3) $79: list price for shortest Rosettastone.com subscription plan as of 03.13.2018 (4) "No cultural information. Language taught out of context.” source: 
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2381692,00.asp

I love to travel, and I love to speak with the people when I get there! I have listened to Pimsleur in French, Spanish, Italian, German, Chinese, Japanese, and now Dutch. If you want to learn a language, start with Pimsleur before you do anything else!”

ELLEN DAWSON FROM NEW HARBOR, MAINE

Pimsleur is great! After completing Rosetta Stone, I still couldn't really SAY anything, I knew vocabulary but struggled with making up sentences and conversing. Pimsleur is great at forcing me to recall phrases and sentences, really allowing me to converse more effectively. Pimsleur also does a much better job with grammar.”

JACKEYE FROM ANCHORAGE, ALASKA

It was really worth of money. I am in love with the Pimsleur method. I just studied for 30 min a day. I am on lesson 17 and I can speak basic Spanish. I can not believe it. It was really worth of money.”

DR. P. HOSSEINI FROM RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA

Pimsleur is definitely the way to go. I also own Rosetta Stone and I can tell you that I have learned more Spanish in 1 month with Pimsleur than I have learned in a year with Rosetta Stone.”

MACKY FROM ORLANDO, FLORIDA

Pimsleur dances. It prompts, cajoles, teases, prods you into saying stuff. It is witty. It keeps you constantly on your toes, getting you to think how to use parts of one sentence you’ve learned in combination with parts of another sentence.”

ELLEN JOVIN, POLYGLOT and BLOGGER

I recommend your program to everyone. I've used your Italian, your German, your Japanese, and now your Swedish, all to great effect …”

DAVID SEDARIS, HUMORIST and BEST-SELLING AUTHOR

It’s easy, it’s fun and it’s simple. To be honest, I didn’t think that I would be able to learn a foreign language at 59 years old... I was wrong. With the Pimsleur system, you can’t help but learn.”

KATHY LOWREY FROM LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY

The Pimsleur Method is
perfect for you if you want to:

  • Start speaking on day 1!
  • Learn anywhere, anytime in just 30 minutes a day
  • Learn a language while cooking, commuting, exercising and more
  • Have the flexibility to practice when it's convenient for you
  • Speak without an "American accent"
  • Learn a language the fun, easy way

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Only 

Can$1895
 month

month

 after FREE Trial

after FREE trial

This simple Pay-As-You-Go subscription offer gives you access to ALL the lessons in any language you choose at that price. You have the option to work ahead if you want.
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Pimsleur subscription is Can$18.95/month. You will not be charged during the free trial period (the first 7 days of your subscription, as applicable). TO CANCEL YOUR SUBSCRIPTION AND AVOID BEING CHARGED, YOU MUST CANCEL BEFORE THE END OF THE FREE TRIAL PERIOD. To keep your subscription once your trial period is over, you will not have to do anything. Use of Pimsleur Course Manager app is required to access your course material. Free trial is available to new customers only. Pimsleur subscription is available solely in the United States and its territories and possessions. Minimum high-speed broadband connection is required to initially download the app and course content. Internet access is not required to play your lessons once course content has been downloaded.