Sayo

How Sayo teaches

Sayo teaches you to speak English with real phrases (chunks) and practices them until they become reflex, instead of isolated words or grammar on paper.

Six steps for every topic

  1. 1

    Learn in chunks

    Each topic has a few real phrases native speakers actually use, not single words.

  2. 2

    Listen

    Hear the model phrase at natural speed to pick up rhythm and intonation.

  3. 3

    Repeat

    Say it right after, on rhythm, and get feedback on your pronunciation.

  4. 4

    Recall

    Review just before you would forget; a fast answer is what counts as remembered.

  5. 5

    Use it in an AI conversation

    Speak in an everyday situation, reusing the very chunks you just learned.

  6. 6

    Move on when you hit the bar

    You only go to the next topic when the measurable criteria below are met, not just because time has passed.

What we measure

A topic counts as mastered only when all four criteria are met:

  • Reflex

    Recall and say the phrase in under 3 seconds.

  • Listening

    Understand natural speech correctly.

  • Pronunciation by level

    The minimum pronunciation score rises with your level: A2 60, B1 70, B2 78.

  • Keeping a conversation going

    Speak fluently with the AI: reuse learned chunks, few hesitations, enough speaking pace.

These thresholds are starting values and will be tuned as we gather more learner data.

What we do not teach

  • No academic grammar. Grammar and pronunciation come with your level, inside real phrases.
  • No IELTS or TOEIC exam prep.
  • We do not replace a teacher for writing or academic reading.

An example topic

Sample topic: Ordering at a coffee shop

The topic’s 5 chunks

  • Can I get a latte, please?

    Asking for a latte politely.

  • What do you recommend?

    Asking for a suggestion.

  • Is it for here or to go?

    Eat in or take away?

  • Could I have it with oat milk?

    Asking to swap the milk.

  • That'll be all, thanks.

    Saying you are done ordering.

Sample conversation with the AI

AI: Hi there! What can I get for you?

You: Can I get a latte, please?

AI: Sure. Is it for here or to go?

You: To go. Could I have it with oat milk?

AI: Of course. Anything else?

You: That'll be all, thanks.

How content is reviewed

Phrases in the built-in topics are reviewed by our content team before they reach the app. Personal lessons the AI writes from your own stories, and phrases you save from conversations, are generated automatically and are not part of that review.

Limits to know

The AI can mishear you when you speak softly or in a noisy place. Feedback is a practice aid, not a certificate.

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