Written by: Luan Cavallaro, Founder & CMO, BeConfident

Key takeaways from this article

• Focus on speaking: Brazilians who have already studied grammar still get stuck when speaking because they rarely practice conversation in a guided and frequent way.

• Technology on your side: AI-powered apps reduce the fear of making mistakes, offer immediate feedback, and allow practice at any time.

• Choosing the right app: not every English app develops natural fluency; it is necessary to prioritize solutions that simulate real conversations, not just vocabulary exercises.

• Short and consistent practice routine: a few minutes of active daily conversation yield more results than many hours spent on theoretical-only methods.

• BeConfident as an ally: BeConfident offers unlimited conversation practice with AI in Portuguese and English; you can take a free test here.

Why so many Brazilians still get stuck when speaking English

Many Brazilians study English for years, understand texts and audio, but cannot express themselves with confidence. This difficulty is linked to the lack of real speaking practice and teaching models that focus very little on conversation.

Little conversation practice in everyday life

Most courses prioritize explaining rules, vocabulary lists, and written exercises. In crowded classes, each person speaks English for only a few minutes, which is insufficient to build fluency and naturalness.

Gamified apps that don't develop natural speech

Study apps focusing on points, levels, and challenges help build automated habits, but they mainly work on reading, translation, and isolated vocabulary. This type of practice does not simulate a real conversation, where the person needs to react, listen, respond, and keep the dialogue flowing.

Fear of making mistakes and embarrassment of speaking in public

The fear of making mistakes and being judged further reduces practice opportunities. In in-person groups, many people speak less than they could, which maintains the cycle of insecurity and blocks development.

Lack of time and high cost of traditional alternatives

Busy routines make commuting to face-to-face classes at fixed times difficult. When the only option is a private class with a human teacher, the cost is usually high, which limits the frequency and continuity of practice.

Apps that help you practice English conversation every day

Newer applications use artificial intelligence and voice features to bring the experience closer to a real conversation in English. The main benefit is the ability to train whenever a window of time opens up, without depending on someone else's schedule.

These apps allow you to combine deliberate practice, immediate feedback, and strategic repetition. This way, the student identifies error patterns, corrects them quickly, and gains the confidence to speak in real-life contexts.

Schedule a few minutes a day to speak with an AI in English and test BeConfident for free.

BeConfident: English conversation practice made for Brazilians

BeConfident uses artificial intelligence tutors to turn idle time into English conversation practice, via the app, WhatsApp, or smartwatch. The proposal is to offer a constant, judgment-free environment of guided speaking, entirely in Portuguese and English.

How BeConfident reduces your barriers when speaking English

• AI tutors with different accents: the tutors simulate accents such as American, British, and South African and act under specific profiles, such as a photographer or a lawyer. This allows you to practice topics close to your professional or personal routine.

• Tracks structured by level: the tracks combine essential grammar, vocabulary, listening, pronunciation, and speaking in guided conversations. Each content is applied in practice right after the explanation, which reduces the feeling of "knowing in theory, but not being able to speak."

• Unlimited 24-hour conversation: you can practice via voice or text whenever a break comes up, such as in transit, standing in line, or while cooking. This flexibility increases the total exposure time to English, which is key to unlocking speaking skills.

• Constant feedback on your mistakes: the AI corrects grammar, pronunciation, and naturalness of sentences in real time. The history of corrections is available for review, allowing you to track progress and reinforce areas that still raise doubts.

How BeConfident differs from other study methods

Compared to face-to-face courses, BeConfident eliminates commutes and fixed schedules, making it easier to maintain a constant practice routine. Compared to apps focused on games and translations, the main focus is on natural conversation, with full sentences, context, and speaking intention.

Platforms based solely on human tutors offer rich interaction, but they tend to have schedule limitations and a higher cost per hour. BeConfident combines unlimited practice with AI, predictable costs, and consistent feedback, which encourages daily training.

The company brings together over 140,000 paying students, 2 million users, and an RA 1000 reputation on Reclame Aqui, indicating consistency in the experience delivered to the Brazilian public.

Test BeConfident's AI English conversation for free.

Other apps to speak English more naturally in 2026

In addition to BeConfident, there are other apps that contribute to practice closer to real situations of English use, although they are more limited.

Papora

Papora prioritizes everyday situations. The proposal is to reduce the wait for an "ideal level" to start communicating.

Tandem

Tandem promotes language exchange between native speakers and learners through messages, audio, and video calls. Brazilians who want to practice English connect with foreigners who want to learn Portuguese, creating spontaneous and unstructured interactions.

ELSA Speak

ELSA Speak specializes in pronunciation correction using speech recognition. The app shows specific mistakes with English sounds and suggests detailed adjustments.

Cases of Brazilians who gained confidence to speak with BeConfident

User testimonials show practical gains when speaking English at work, in interviews, or while traveling after including AI conversation in their routine.

One user reports that the detailed feedback from the platform filled gaps left by traditional courses, especially in specific grammar and preposition areas. Another highlights that, after a month of daily practice, they started speaking more naturally, without getting stuck on simple sentences.

There are also reports of individuals who began interacting with foreign colleagues at work and earned a promotion after gaining the confidence to participate in meetings in English. In several cases, constant practice helped reduce word forgetfulness and expand the repertoire of expressions used daily.

The results are supported by usage data: an RA 1000 reputation on Reclame Aqui, over 140,000 paying students, and 2 million active users in total.

Add a few minutes of daily conversation with BeConfident's AI and take a free test.

Conclusion: natural fluency in English requires frequent speaking practice

Unlocking English depends less on memorizing rules and more on creating the habit of speaking frequently in a safe environment, with correction and guidance. AI conversation apps make this practice more accessible and consistent.

By combining technology, structured tracks, and immediate feedback, BeConfident and other conversation apps offer a viable alternative for anyone who wants to speak English more naturally in 2026.

Frequently asked questions about learning English naturally with apps

Can I learn English naturally using only an app?

It is possible to develop speech fluency with apps that prioritize speaking, listening, and real-time feedback. Tools like BeConfident can replace a significant part of traditional methods, as long as usage is consistent and active, focusing on practicing out loud.

My English is basic: can I use these apps to speak naturally?

AI tutors offer continuous availability, lower cost per hour of practice, immediate feedback, and a lack of judgment. Human tutors contribute cultural nuances and improvisation, but they usually have a limited schedule. Many students combine both formats, using AI for daily practice and humans for specific situations.

My English is basic: can I use these apps to speak naturally?

Apps with level-based tracks, like BeConfident, allow you to start speaking from the beginner level, with simple sentences and support in Portuguese. Starting early in speaking practice helps avoid the habit of mentally translating every sentence.

What exactly does "speaking English naturally" mean?

Speaking English naturally involves maintaining a conversation at an appropriate pace, with little hesitation, full sentences, functional vocabulary, and the use of common expressions in real contexts. It also includes adjusting the tone and formality according to the situation.

How long does it take to notice improvement in conversational fluency?

With daily practice, many people notice an increase in confidence within a few weeks. The intensity of the results depends on the time dedicated to active conversation, the regularity of study, and the quality of the feedback received during interactions in English.