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Babbel is the smart learning system for languages. It is based on the latest technology, modern educational methods and a high fun-factor, making foreign language learning easy and enjoyable.
The web and apps offer a interactive and in-depth way to learn a language.
In stark contrast to other platforms that are quite regimented and continue to use traditional learning tools such as CD-ROMs, Babbel relies on a mixture of methods combining classic, interactive pronunciation, grammar and listening-comprehension exercises with authentic dialogues from everyday life.
Numerous courses for beginners and continuing learners are available. Vocabulary, grammar and review, as well as original, thematically-organized lessons such as Idioms, the Digital World, Politics, Sports or Travel, allow you to learn whatever, however and wherever you want.
Designed by a team of software experts and language-instruction professionals at the Berlin-based company Lesson Nine, the courses are always up to date.
The success story began in 2007 when four friends from the music software industry noticed that it was not possible to learn languages on the internet. Originally, the idea had been to provide a tool for mixing music online.
| Type | Private | |
| HQ | Berlin, DE | Map |
| Website | babbel.com | |
| Employee Ratings | More |
Latest Updates
| Employees (est.) (Mar 2019) | 558 | (+4%) |
| Job Openings | 48 |
Key People/Management at babbel
Markus Witte
CEO
Boris Diebold
Chief Technology Officer
Martin Kutter
COO
Thomas Holl
Chief Strategy Officer
Arne Schepker
Chief Marketing Officer
Julie Hansen
Chief Executive Officer US
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babbel Office Locations
babbel has offices in Berlin and New York
Berlin, DE (HQ)
Bergmannstr. 5
Berlin, DE
2 Max-Beer-Straße
New York, US
New York, NY, USA
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babbel Financials and Metrics
Summary Metrics
babbel total Funding | $32 m |
babbel latest funding size | $22 m |
Time since last funding | 4 years ago |
babbel investors | REV, IBB Beteiligungsgesellschaft, Scottish Equity Partners (SEP), Reed Elsevier Ventures, KIZOO, Nokia Growth Partners, Investment Bank of Berlin - VC Fonds, VC Fonds Technologie Berlin |
babbel's latest funding round in July 2015 was reported to be $22 m. In total, babbel has raised $32 m
babbel Operating Metrics
babbel's Paying Subscribers was reported to be 3 m in Nov, 2018.
| Y, 2016 | Nov, 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
Paying Subscribers | 1 m | 3 m |
babbel Acquisitions / Subsidiaries
| Acquired Company | Date | Deal Size |
|---|---|---|
| LingoVentura | November 29, 2018 |
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babbel Online and Social Media Presence
29.61k Twitter followers
babbel has 29.61k Twitter Followers. The number of followers has increased 0.4% month over month and increased 1.9% quarter over quarter
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Twitter Engagement Stats for @babbel
9.8k
Tweets
937
Following
29.6k
Followers
70
Tweets last 30 days
1.5
Avg. likes per Tweet
50%
Tweets with engagement
babbel Blogs
February 27, 2019
Academic Study Shows Motivated Babbel Learners Improve Speaking Skills, Grammar and Vocabulary
Despite the commercial success and growing ubiquity of language learning apps, little information is available on app users’ real-world learning outcomes. Babbel is committed to providing transparency on how dedicated learners can improve their speaking skills. This is why we recently teamed up with…
February 19, 2019
Start the career as a Software Engineer
One year ago I changed my career from a Recruiter to a Junior Software Engineer. The path was long and challenging but it was worth it!
I am happy to share my experience by giving the answers to the most popular questions I get.
Why I decided to change my career
There is no short answer, just…
February 12, 2019
The significance of giving back to open-source
Companies should encourage and allocate time for their engineers to be able to contribute back to open-source. It does not only improve the product that they are contributing back to, but enhances the feeling of self-worth which in turn has a big positive impact on the well being of the engineers an…
February 01, 2019
Spanish for Surfers: A Babbel User’s Journey in South America
Christian Reiher (34) lives in Berlin and is a mathematician – and a passionate surfer. Since he started with the sport as a teen in England, he’s been hooked. Christian can often be found at his Berlin surf club, Surfer’s Connection Berlin, or at surf spots around the world. Recently he was in Cent…
January 22, 2019
Testing global event listeners within a React component
Although many developers working with React consider it an anti-pattern, occasionally, there is the need to listen and react to an event globally within a React component. As every good developer out there, you probably want to provide a unit test for this functionality. However, while implementing …
January 10, 2019
Learning with Babbel develops Spanish speaking, vocabulary and grammar skills
Babbel, the world’s top-grossing language learning app, today released results of an academic study, “Learning Spanish with Babbel”1 conducted in collaboration with a research team at Michigan State University (MSU). The study evaluated the effectiveness of Babbel’s pedagogical method, providing emp…
babbel Frequently Asked Questions
Who are babbel key executives?
babbel's key executives are Markus Witte, Boris Diebold and Martin Kutter.
How many employees does babbel have?
babbel has 558 employees.
Who are babbel competitors?
Competitors of babbel include Mrs Wordsmith, Newsela and Speak Languages.
Where is babbel headquarters?
babbel headquarters is located at Bergmannstr. 5, Berlin.
Where are babbel offices?
babbel has offices in Berlin and New York.
How many offices does babbel have?
babbel has 3 offices.