How to use Jibber Jabber
Start with content you can understand, translate what blocks meaning, review the words and phrases you want to learn, and see your progress grow over time.
Step 1
Watch what interests you
Focus on content that makes sense without understanding every word or grammar rule. That's comprehensible input.
Step 2
Translate words and phrases
When something doesn't make sense, translate it, get unstuck, and keep going.
Step 3
Build vocabulary and grammar
Words you translate and grammar patterns you discover become learning material you can build over time.
Step 4
Review what you learn
Make vocabulary and grammar stick with bite-sized challenges at just the right time.
Step 5
Track your progress
Your input, translations, and reviews help guide what to watch next.
FAQ
How do I know a video is in my sweet spot?
If you can follow the main idea while missing some words, you’re in the right range. If you’re constantly lost, go easier; if you’re never looking anything up, go harder.
Do I need to look up every word I don’t know?
No. Understanding comes first. Look up the words that get in the way, and let the rest go.
What should I do with the words I look up?
They’re saved automatically. Move words between Discovered, Studying, and Known to guide review and improve what you get recommended next.
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