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Download Palteca, the revolutionary new app for expats to learn Spanish
Study Spanish for everyday use with a language immersion app developed using scientifically proven methods for retaining knowledge
On Friday October 18, a new app called Palteca is making its debut which promises to transform the way people learn Spanish. Developed by Tyler Cole, a former Silicon Valley executive now living in Madrid, Palteca offers a scientifically-backed approach that aims to help expats and language learners acquire Spanish more efficiently and effectively.An app born from personal experience
When he came to Spain, Tyler Cole struggled for years with traditional language learning methods. After finding existing apps insufficient for real-world conversation, Cole decided to develop his own solution.
He drew upon extensive research in language acquisition, cognitive science and psychology to create Palteca.
“After years of struggling with traditional language apps and not being able to actually speak Spanish, I was driven to find a solution that genuinely works,” says Cole. “Palteca is the culmination of extensive research, designed to break the cycle of learning and forgetting.”Unlike many language apps that focus on translation and memorisation, Palteca’s methods are grounded in scientifically validated, research-backed principles. Thanks to Cole’s in-depth research, the app uses techniques like comprehensible input, spaced repetition, visual mnemonics, and auditory learning, all of which have been shown in studies over the past 50 years to be effective.
In addition, Palteca immerses users in the Spanish language from the very first lesson, with no translations provided. This full immersion approach mirrors how we naturally acquire languages and ensures users are grasping the language in a meaningful way, rather than relying on memorisation.
Where did the name come from?
The name Palteca is a play on words. In the stereotypical Spanish classroom, one of the first phrases most new learners are taught is “¿Dónde está la biblioteca?” (“Where is the library?”).
The suffix ‘-teca’ in Spanish means ‘a place where something is kept’ as in common Spanish words like ‘biblioteca’, while the ‘Pal’ in Palteca comes from both the Spanish word ‘palabra’ (word) and the English word ‘pal’, symbolising a place where both words and friendships are kept.
Spanish for real-life situations
Palteca is designed with practicality in mind. The app focuses on real-world conversations, helping learners gain the confidence to use Spanish in everyday situations.Unlike traditional learning methods that teach outdated phrases, Palteca continuously updates its content to reflect the vocabulary and interactions needed in today’s world.
Users will begin speaking Spanish within just a few lessons, skipping unrealistic scenarios and jumping straight into useful, modern contexts. As the app’s website highlights, it helps users “master Spanish for the real world.”
Recognising the common mistakes that English-native learners make, Palteca offers guidance that helps users avoid these pitfalls. Beyond the lessons, the app provides tips that can be applied outside the platform, helping learners navigate Spanish in their everyday interactions.
Palteca is available for download on iOS and Android platforms via the App Store or Google Play, respectively.
To celebrate its launch, the app is offering a free 3-day trial period, after which users can subscribe at a discounted rate: $7.99 USD per month or $74.99 USD annually.
For more information, visit the website www.palteca.com or email hello@palteca.com
