From beginner to advanced, from zero to Cicero.
From beginner to advanced
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Since 23 Sep. 2023, Latin learners have read millions of Latin words on Legentibus.
Since 23 Sep. 2023, Latin learners have listened for millions of minutes to Latin on Legentibus.
Do you want the rare experience of reading a Latin text written by someone who lived hundreds or even thousands of years ago and hearing the words in the same language with no intermediary?
There is nothing more exciting and rewarding than this time travel.
Yet, most people fail to reach reading fluency in Latin. Why? Because of 2 common challenges.
If you’ve browsed various forums, you’ve likely run into contradictory advice: Someone says “Use this book!” while another replies “No, that one’s too slow—this is better!” Soon, you find yourself drowning in links, books, and confusion.
The toughest part of learning Latin isn’t the language—it’s figuring out where to start.
Even if you’ve learned a bit, you might feel stuck or unsure about your next step. Watching others progress can spark doubts: ‘Am I too old? Too dumb? Too slow?’
No! You can learn Latin—and you can learn it well.
Learning Latin opens a gateway through time—from the bustling streets of ancient Rome to the monastic libraries of the Middle Ages. March with Caesar in Gaul, witness the triumph of Christianity, and see Roman civilization merge with Germanic peoples. In the High Middle Ages, step into the world of medieval universities and scholastic thought.
Then follow Latin into its Neo-Latin renaissance, where it becomes the voice of pioneering philosophers and groundbreaking thinkers. Latin allows us to hear the voices of ancient poets, medieval chroniclers, and early scientists speak directly to us today.
You may have tried popular language learning apps that weren’t designed for Latin, only to find yourself memorizing and translating random phrases without truly reading.
Maybe you’re using flashcards—which can be a helpful supplement—but they’re no substitute for reading Latin in its proper context. True language acquisition comes from engaging with the text in its natural setting, not from isolated vocabulary drills.
Maybe you’re struggling through a difficult text like Caesar or a grammar-translation textbook, laboriously deciphering sentences while drilling specific grammar rules.
This method teaches you about Latin’s structure, but it doesn’t prepare you for fluent reading of Latin texts. Only when you’ve read a lot, grammar becomes useful.
Social media and online groups can offer helpful Latin-learning tips, but they lack a coherent, structured approach.
Especially as a beginner faced with scattered videos, posts, and discussions, it’s difficult to assess their quality or figure out how to piece them together into an effective learning path.
While online Latin courses can be valuable and a good addition, their fixed duration often limits your progress. Just as mastering the piano requires practice beyond lessons, becoming fluent in Latin demands consistent reading and listening on your own time.
Real proficiency comes from regular, independent engagement with the language, not just from structured class sessions.
These various approaches—particularly grammar study—may serve a purpose, but the key to mastering Latin lies in reading and listening a lot.
You’ve likely experimented with scattered resources that are either unstructured, unreliable, not designed specifically for Latin, or disconnected from the meaningful context of authentic texts and stories.
There are 8 universal things you need to make learning Latin both efficient and fun. Make sure they’re part of your Latin learning journey!
Legentibus is a Latin-focused app that offers expert-reviewed materials for learners of all levels.
From day one you’ll learn naturally by actually reading Latin with synced audio, integrated dictionaries, English translations, commentaries, and simplified grammar explanations.
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You can choose to follow our structured immersion course, or pick any text from the library.
Every book in Legentibus has Latin text synced with an audio recital and on-tap definitions in English.
Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or advanced learner, there is something for you. You can explore everything from easy beginner stories to graded readers, medieval works, and classical Roman literature.
Read our beginner versions of compelling stories adapted from ancient and medieval Latin sources.
Have you already read our beginner stories and maybe finished Familia Romana? Then take a look at our intermediate level books.
Are you ready to time travel and read the actual words written by
Explore the abundant Latin literature that goes far beyond antiquity.
There is a category always open to everyone with texts from all levels.
Carry a library of Latin texts synced with audio in your pocket! Listen and read anywhere!
Roman history
Stories
Stoicism
Medieval
Halloween
Mythology
Intermediate
Norse
Oratory
Neo-Latin
Christian
Readers
Letters
Beginner
Fables
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“Lingua Latina non e Grammatica sed ex idoneis scriptoribus discitur.”
— Comenius
Start reading Latin from day one with exclusive beginner-friendly stories and chapters from Familia Romana. Enhance your understanding and enjoyment using the Legentibus Reading Method.
No more confusion! With interlinear English translations and glossaries included in every text, you’ll feel fully supported. Need less help? Simply hide them as you progress.
You can listen and read at the same time, helping your mind learn to understand Latin linearly without “decoding” it.
Avoid overwhelm with simplified grammar explanations you can reference anytime. Internalize the rules naturally as you learn—no pressure to memorize!
In the Legentibus course, you’ll find three different types of readings that all work together to create an immersive and engaging experience.
In the course, you’ll read this new adventure novel (2025) set in the 1st century AD. The story follows a Germanic girl named Auda and her friend Wulfinus. After an unexpected encounter, they soon find themselves hunted by the ruthless Crassus through…
Familia Romana is one of the best-known and most widely used textbooks, and for good reason! The Colloquia Personarum* are dialogues designed to accompany each chapter of Familia Romana, providing additional repetition of the vocabulary.
*The first 10 dialogues of Colloquia Personarum have been published and more are coming.
You’ll also read exciting short stories about pirates, robbers, and more.
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Reading and listening at the same time makes comprehension much easier and more enjoyable!
All our texts have additional support* to help you fully understand them.
*Not all support types are available for all texts.
To stay motivated, remind yourself of your progress and successes—no matter how small they may seem.
Learning Latin is a marathon, not a sprint. That’s why it’s especially important to build habits—like reading for 10 minutes every morning or listening to a chapter on your way to work.
Make it a goal to study at least a little every day.
Provide your students with a mobile library of Latin texts with synchronized audio. Assign specific books or reading goals, and track each student’s progress in real time.
In Legentibus, Latin isn’t just the 50th language. Legentibus is designed from the ground up specifically to help you learn Latin—and only Latin.
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Legentibus started as a team of two in 2021. We’re now four passionate people with specialties ranging from language pedagogy, and user experience, to philology, literature, and machine learning.
CEO, author, design
Daniel Pettersson M.A. is a Latin teacher, author, speaker and scholar. He is currently researching 16th century Latin pedagogy at Stockholm University. Has taught spoken Latin both in Europe and in the US.
Loves to geek out about Latin grammar and usage but also user experience and design—preferably at the same time.
Research, administration and illustration
Is a published author, illustrator and historian with a Masters of Arts from Stockholm University. She specializes in daily life throughout history from antiquity to the late 19th century and has a soft spot for historic curiosities–and woodcuts.
Makes the complicated comprehensible and brings history to life.
Lead developer
Johan Winge is the lead developer at Legentibus, with a wide-ranging expertise spanning computer science, linguistics, and classical languages. He holds a degree in computational linguistics, specializing in areas such as machine learning and natural language processing, complemented by studies in mathematics and Latin. As a Latin enthusiast with teaching experience, he is particularly interested in creating effective educational tools that bridge technology and classical education.
Turns ambitious visions into optimized code.
Research, content, and marketing
Viviana Kleinlercher M.A. is a latinist, historian and scholar. At the moment, in addition to her work for Legentibus, she is also completing her PhD at the University of Munich (Germany).
As part of her research, she has written a critical edition of a late medieval Latin text. Her research focuses on medieval literature, manuscripts and editing techniques. However, her heart beats first and foremost for ancient philosophical writings and Roman-Greek mythology.
Will tame any unruly text and project and create order from chaos.
At Legentibus, we believe that trust in your learning materials is essential for real progress. When you can’t rely on the content you study, it becomes much harder for your brain to absorb new information.
That’s why we hold ourselves to the highest standards of quality and integrity for every piece of material we create.
Tap the button below to go to the Appstores to download Legentibus.
After downloading Legentibus, open the app and tap “create account” to save reading progress and sync across devices.
Now, just tap on “Immersion course” or browse the section of free books and start reading and listening!
Stop hunting for the perfect Latin learning tool—you’ve found it. Don’t let others race ahead while you stay stuck.
Give Legentibus a try, free for 3 days, and see how quickly you can progress.
Remember that you can also check out the category of free books in the app.
Learning Latin doesn’t have to be complicated. It only takes a clear path, the right resources, and time. Here’s how to reach fluency.
Before you start learning, you need a resource with a clear structure that aligns with modern research on language acquisition. It should be easily accessible, well-structured, high-quality, and suitable for learners at all levels—from beginners to advanced.
Read and listen to Latin at your level every day, progressing slowly but steadily—there’s no need to rush! If possible, take walks while listening to the readings you’ve already studied.
Learning to read Latin fluently is a numbers game: the more time you spend listening and reading, the better your Latin will become. Gradually increase your daily study time and work through progressively more advanced texts until you reach literary works. Congratulations—you’ve made it!
Don’t let uncertainty or past frustrations hold you back. With a clear path forward and the right resources, anyone can learn Latin—including you.
Start your journey today and immerse yourself in the rich world of Latin language and literature.
Where can I get Legentibus?
You can find Legentibus both on App Store and on Google Play.
Can I try Legentibus for free?
Yes!
You can access the first three modules of the Legentibus Immersion Course for free. Plus, explore our free books category, which includes 17 books with audio.
How much does it cost to subscribe to Legentibus?
Depending on where you live in the world, the price of the subscription will vary due to currencies and different taxes such as VAT.
Here are a few examples though to get you an idea:
The launch price for the US is $9.99 per month, $54.99 per half-year or $99.99 per year.
For most countries within the eurozone the launch prices are €9.99 per month, €54.99 per half-year or €99.99 per year.
But as mentioned, prices will vary due to currencies and taxes. Be sure to check App Store or Google Play to get the right price for you.
Once the launch period is over the prices will rise, this will be communicated to all subscribers in advance.
Included in all subscriptions is a 3 day free trial.
Can I use Legentibus without internet?
You need to be online to download the app and to subscribe. Once subscribed you can download any book you like in the library, which will make that book available for listening and reading offline.
Once you go offline, there are things in the app that won’t show, books you can’t see etc. However, all books that you have downloaded will be available in your library.
The audio is a bit slow for my taste, can I speed it up?
You can adjust the playback speed of the Latin audio while reading the text. In the reader, tap the three dots in the top corner and select the button labeled 1.0x. A list of speed options will appear—choose your preferred speed and return to listening.
How do you handle copyrighted materials?
At Legentibus, we take great care to ensure that we have the legal right to use all texts, books, audio, and translations published on our platform. For books still under copyright, Legentibus secures the necessary rights and compensates the copyright holders accordingly.
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