Learning a new language can feel overwhelming at first, but with the right tools and mindset it can also be exciting and rewarding! Whether you're a total beginner or someone looking to level up your skills, Sabi offers a simple and immersive way to start learning through the shows and videos you already love. In this article, we'll walk you through how to get started with Sabi, and how to make the most of its features to build a habit that sticks.

Step 1: Install Sabi on Chrome

To begin, install the Sabi Chrome extension from the Chrome Web Store. It works right in your browser, so you can use it while watching content on supported sites like Netflix and YouTube. Once installed, pin the extension to your toolbar so it's easy to access whenever you're ready to learn.

Step 2: Choose What You Want to Watch

With Sabi, you can learn by watching shows, videos, and clips in your target language. We recommend:

— Searching for content you're genuinely interested in: comedy, drama, cooking, vlogs, anime, etc.

— Picking something with dialogue and natural speech to get the most benefit.

— Starting with shorter videos if you're just beginning, and then gradually increasing the length.

Step 3: Enable Sabi

Once you're watching a video, activate Sabi and enable subtitles in your target language and your native language (dual subtitles). This lets you see both the original and the translation side by side. For YouTube videos, Sabi can also generate subtitles with Whisper AI. This gives you better-quality captions and translations, which is especially useful when the original video has no or low-quality subtitles.

Step 4: Use the Interactive Tools

Sabi isn't just about subtitles, but also active learning. Here's a few ideas on how to use Sabi's tools effectively:

1. Hover Over Words

Hover over any word or phrase to see translations, pronunciation, usage, and example sentences.

2. Turn On Auto-Pause

Sabi can automatically pause after every subtitle, giving you a chance to process what was said and better understand the dialogue.

3. Practice With Exercises

While you're watching, Sabi will prompt you with exercises to reinforce vocabulary, practice speaking, and test your listening skills. They're based on the words you encountered, so everything feels relevant.

4. Earn Achievements

Sabi rewards you with in-video achievements as you learn. These motivate you to stay consistent and make progress feel more like playing a game.

Step 5: Make It a Daily Habit

The key to learning a language is consistency. With Sabi, even just 10-15 minutes a day can add up over time. A few ways to keep up that consistency is to:

— Devote a specific amount of Sabi time to your daily routine, like during lunch or before bed.

— Track your progress through Sabi's dashboard.

— Choose content you love so learning feels like entertainment, not homework.

Conclusion

Getting started with language learning doesn't have to be intimidating. With Sabi, you can learn through shows and videos you actually enjoy, and with tools that make learning feel natural and fun. Whether you're here to build your vocabulary, understand native accents, or finally speak with confidence, Sabi is your all-in-one companion for immersive, interactive language learning.

So what are you waiting for? Start your learning with Sabi!