Learn Lao | 2Speak Languages

Express Yourself in Lao

2Speak will teach you the most used Lao vocabulary and phrases. You will master basic conversational skills, like greeting someone, introducing yourself, and asking and answering complex questions. Join in a wide range of social interactions. Express your ideas, share your feelings, talk about daily life, business, and local events – all clearly and spontaneously. Make great progress in just 8 weeks.

Explanations That Work

Unlike other software, 2Speak is organized around the idea that Lao is more than just a series of pictures and vocabulary words. Adults need explanations to understand how a language works. Step by step, the 2Speak Lao software shows you the rules you need to know. Do more than just memorize – learn to speak your own Lao sentences.

Lose Your Accent – Anywhere

With 2Speak, you’ll sound like a local and blend in. Learn the tips and tricks to speak without an English accent from native Lao speakers. With 2Speak’s portable audio, you can practice on your computer, in the car, at the gym or anywhere you like. 2Speak’s one click export to your iPhone, iPod, Android, or any other Mp3 device, makes taking the course on the go easy.

Your Questions Answered

2Speak Lao is more than just language software, it’s a growing community of Lao language learners. You’ll gain unlimited access to the built-in Lao social network. Collaborate with others, ask questions, and discuss how to improve your Lao. Get involved and get the help you need 24 hours a day.

Practice Makes Perfect

Find a Lao conversational partner in one click. Practice with Lao speakers all over the world with the integrated audio/video chat. Talk with others over audio alone or turn on your webcam for an interactive video practice session. Try out your new skills with another Lao speaker and master Lao by practicing in real-life.

What’s Included with 2Speak Lao Software

Interactive Study Guide

If you were to print out the interactive study guide, there would be over 500 normal sized pages of text. 2Speak Lao is comprehensive. Step by step, the text works with the course audio to teach you what you need to get fluent.

Portable Audio Instruction

There are over 40 hours of native speaker audio that build upon the lessons of the interactive Lao text. Learn to speak Lao without an accent. Practice on your computer or export to your iPod or any other mp3 audio device in one click.

Access to Lao Social Network

Gain unlimited access to the built-in Lao language social network. Find an Lao conversation partner that is also using the 2Speak Lao course and compare notes.

Built in Audio and Video Chat

Practice with Lao speakers all over the world with the integrated audio and video chat. Master Lao by practicing in the real-world.

2Speak Lao Starter vs. 2Speak Lao Complete

The only difference between the two courses is the amount of material you receive. 2Speak Lao Starter is the first half of the course (roughly 600 hours of instruction). 2Speak Lao Complete contains all the content of Lao Starter, plus an additional 50% more.

Topics Covered by 2Speak Lao

With over 60 individual classes, you will learn to master Lao by listening to and practicing with simulated conversations, engaging exercises, and skill units as you work through the interactive study guide and audio content. 2Speak Lao covers just about every area that you need to master in order to speak Lao like a native. The topics covered by the entire course include:

Basic Lao Concepts

Alphabet and Writing
Colors and Numbers
Basic sounds in Lao
Everyday Vocabulary & Most Used Words.

Everyday Situations

Shopping
Food.
Beverages.
Eating out and Restaurants.
Banking and Money.
Talking about Health.

People and Culture

History & the Arts.
Talking about Sports.
Common Occupations
Religion and Government.

Greetings & Polite Conversation

Hello, goodbye, and others.
Talking about names.
Introductions.
Gender differences.
Talking about the Weather.

Talking about time

Past.
Present.
Future.
Days of the Week.
Calendar and Holidays.

Travel and Getting Around

Asking for Directions
Sightseeing.
Driving and other Transportation.

Software Delivery and Computer Requirements

Instant Download

Get Started Immediately After Checking out.

Lao Starter - Interactive Study Guide (250 Pages), 20 Hours Mp3 Audio, Lao Social Network and Video Chat.
Lao Complete - Interactive Study Guide (500 Pages), 40 Hours Mp3 Audio, Lao Social Network and Video Chat

Computer Requirements

Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7
Mac OS 10.4 and later with Intel Processor
512 MB of RAM (1GB recommended)
Internet Access (for Video Chat and Social Network Only)

Optional Backup Disc

Have a copy of the software shipped to you on disc, anywhere in the world. Makes a great gift. See the option to add the disc to your order at checkout.