Learn English with podcasts sentence-synced transcripts

SentiaRead plays curated English podcasts with sentence-synced transcripts: the line being spoken is highlighted in real time. Tap any word or complex sentence for instant in-context definitions and syntax breakdowns. Audio automatically pauses so you can focus entirely on understanding, then resumes with one tap. Saved words highlight across all your books.

Available on iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, Windows, E-Ink, and Chrome.

Follow along with sentence-synced transcripts without losing the thread

The transcript advances smoothly with the audio line by line, keeping the currently spoken sentence highlighted. If your attention drifts for a moment, glance back to find your exact place instantly without scrubbing the audio timeline.

In-context lookups and sentence breakdowns with automatic pause

Tap an unfamiliar word or select a tangled sentence: playback pauses automatically so your attention shifts seamlessly to deep comprehension. Understand the exact meaning or simplified syntax structure in place, then tap once to continue listening.

Turn listening into vocabulary that connects with your reading

Words saved from a podcast episode are automatically highlighted the next time you meet them in an EPUB novel or article. Listening and reading share the same vocabulary list, synced seamlessly across all your devices.

How it differs from standard podcast players

Curated English shows with vetted transcripts (custom RSS coming in future updates)

We provide a hand-picked catalog of quality English podcasts with precise sentence alignment. While custom RSS import is in development for future releases, the current curated selection delivers a distraction-free learning experience.

Twin comprehension engines with smart auto-pause (AI word lookup + sentence breakdown)

Not just passive captions: every word and sentence can be queried in place. Playback automatically pauses during lookups so you never miss what follows while reading an explanation.

Listening vocabulary connects directly to your reading library

Words saved while listening come back highlighted in your books and articles, reinforcing retention across all your devices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I import my own podcast RSS feeds or custom audio files?
Currently, SentiaRead comes with a curated selection of high-quality English learning and native podcast shows with verified sentence-synced transcripts. Custom RSS feeds and user audio file imports are on our roadmap and will be rolled out in upcoming updates.
Does playback automatically pause when I look up a word or explain a sentence?
Yes. When you tap a word to inspect its definition, view a sentence breakdown, or check a translation, audio playback pauses automatically. Because your focus has shifted from listening to active comprehension, pausing prevents you from missing subsequent lines. Tapping resume picks up exactly where you paused.
Can I break down complex spoken sentences in the transcript?
Yes! Just like reading an EPUB book, you can select any spoken sentence in the transcript to open Reading Assist, which rewrites complex syntax into clear English and breaks it into intuitive thought groups.
Will words saved from podcasts appear in my reading vocabulary?
Yes! Every word saved from a podcast transcript is stored with its original audio context and syncs across iPhone, iPad, Android, e-ink, Mac, and Windows. When that word appears in an EPUB book or article later, it is highlighted automatically.

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