Maybe you’ve heard great things about our language-learning method from friends. Or perhaps you’ve seen our TV commercials or stopped at one of our kiosks. No matter how you learned about Rosetta Stone® and our language-learning solutions, if you still have questions about why we’re the best way to learn a language, we have answers.
What is the Rosetta Stone solution?
The Rosetta Stone® solution teaches new languages by complete immersion in the language, without translation or explicit grammar explanations. With our solution, you learn and practice your new language using interactive software on your computer. Then you practice what you’ve learned in online sessions tutored by native speakers and in our exclusive online language-learning community.*
Throughout your study, we provide you with continuous opportunities to practice your new language, preparing you for real-life conversations. Our innovative speech-recognition technology compares your voice to that of native speakers to help you polish your pronunciation. Each lesson provides the opportunity to advance your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, and each unit concludes with an opportunity for you to simulate a real-life conversation.
When you’re away from the computer, you reinforce what you’ve learned with Audio Companion® CDs or the Rosetta Stone TOTALe Mobile apps, both of which come with your purchase.
*Online services and Mobile apps are available exclusively for Version 4 customers.
What’s included with the Rosetta Stone Version 4 TOTALe solution?
The Rosetta Stone® Version 4 TOTALe™ solution includes features to take your language-learning journey to the next level. All Version 4 customers have access to the following features:
- Our latest award-winning software, complete with proprietary speech-recognition technology
- Live, online practice sessions tutored by native speakers
- An exclusive online community filled with language games and other activities
- Mobile apps to practice on the go, anywhere you use an iPhone® or iPod touch® device
- Audio Companion® for your CD or MP3 player
- Dedicated Customer Success agents, who encourage and inspire you to meet your language-learning goals
What’s included with the iPhone® or iPod touch® app?
TOTALe Companion™ for iPhone® or iPod touch® extends your experience with Rosetta Stone TOTALe to anywhere you use your mobile device. This application enables you to practice your new language on the go.
This free download is available for TOTALe subscribers in the Apple iTunes App Store.
What’s included with the iPad® app?
TOTALe Course™ HD allows you to take your Rosetta Course lessons anywhere your iPad device is connected so you can continue to gain confidence in your new language.
This free download is available for TOTALe subscribers in the Apple iTunes App Store.
What’s included with the Android app? And which Android devices are compatible?
TOTALe Companion for Android™ devices allows you to practice the pronunciation and vocabulary you’ve learned in your new language with Rosetta Stone TOTALe when you’re on the go.
This free download is available for TOTALe subscribers in the Google Play store.
- Galaxy S I by Samsung
- Galaxy S II by Samsung
- Galaxy S II HD by Samsung
- Galaxy Note by Samsung
- Galaxy Tab 7 by Samsung
- Galaxy Tab 8.9 by Samsung
- Galaxy Tab 10.1 by Samsung
- Optimus 2X by LG
- Optimus One by LG
- Optimus Pad by LG
- Optimus LTE by LGE
- Incredible II by HTC
- Droid Bionic by Motorola
- Droid II by Motorola
- Droid 3 by Motorola
- SMB101SH by Sharp
- ISW11K by Kyocera
How does the Rosetta Stone method work?
Dynamic Immersion® is the cornerstone of the Rosetta Stone method. By eliminating translation and grammar explanations from language learning, Dynamic Immersion activates your own natural language-learning ability. You begin to think in your new language from the very beginning—the same way you learned your first language.
You constantly interact with the software by connecting words with images to confirm their meaning—all through a carefully designed sequence that helps you build grammatically-accurate language structure step by step.
How is the Rosetta Stone method different from traditional language learning?
Traditional methods explain the meaning and structure of a new language through translation and grammar rules in your native language. As a result, you can’t understand or use your new language without thinking in your native language. This extra step slows learning and makes speaking a new language intimidating and laborious. The Rosetta Stone® solution eliminates translation and tedious grammar explanations, allowing you to intuitively grasp new concepts, all while thinking exclusively in your new language.
Unlike videos or books, our solution is all about interaction. At every step, you have to actively demonstrate your understanding of a new language. And Rosetta Stone software provides the opportunity to develop all your language skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—from the beginning, using your own natural language-learning ability.
What is speech-recognition technology, and how can it help me?
Rosetta Stone has a team of experts who developed the cutting-edge speech-recognition technology that we use in our software. Our speech-recognition technology compares your speech to that of native speakers and provides immediate feedback to help you polish your pronunciation. You’ll have access to speech-analysis tools, such as record-and-play-back options, to help you evaluate and improve your speech patterns.
What does the Adaptive Recall feature do?
Adaptive Recall® brings back the Review activity for each lesson at intervals that are determined by your performance in the Review. Exceed the program’s expectations for you, and the Review gets pushed out further. Fall short, and you’ll see it sooner. The program automatically notifies you when it’s time to repeat the Review activity. Adaptive Recall helps you transfer what you’ve learned in previous lessons to long-term memory.
What will I learn with the Rosetta Stone® solution?
Our solution provides the necessary tools for you to explore a new language. You’ll learn quickly and effectively as you build a foundation of fundamental vocabulary and essential language structure. You’ll gain the confidence to enjoy social interactions such as greetings and introductions, dining out, giving and getting directions, shopping, and other recreational activities. Depending on the language and levels selected, you can continue to expand your language ability. With our complete set, you’ll be able to share your ideas and opinions and discuss current events, negotiate complex situations and cultivate conversational skills to navigate the workplace, care for your health, travel abroad, and experience success.
How much time will it take me to learn a new language with the Rosetta Stone solution?
It will take about 40–50 hours to complete the content in each level. In addition, for the duration of your online services, you’ll enjoy unlimited access to our live online sessions and online language-learning community to practice and refine your skills. Remember, each learner is different. Some will use the program on a daily basis, while others will log in less frequently. The more you use the Rosetta Stone® solution, the more quickly you’ll learn a language.
What languages do you offer?
We offer a wide variety of languages including French, Spanish, German, Italian, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, and English. We will continue to add new languages over time. See full list.
What equipment do you need for the Rosetta Stone Version 4 TOTALe solution?
To access all of the features of the Rosetta Stone® Version 4 TOTALe™ solution, you’ll need the following:
- Windows: XP SP3, Vista SP2, or Windows 7
- Mac: Tiger, Leopard, or Snow Leopard (OS X 10.4.11 or higher)
- Minimum 1 GHz processor with 1GB RAM
- Broadband Internet connection
- 1024 x 768 display resolution
- 1 available USB port (for included headset with microphone)
What if I want to return my product?
We offer a 6-month, no-risk money back guarantee on all Rosetta Stone CD-Rom products purchased direct from Rosetta Stone. Learn more.
What if I want to renew my access to the online features of Rosetta Stone Version 4 TOTALe?
Once you’ve purchased Rosetta Stone® Version 4 TOTALe™, you can renew your access to the online features by choosing Manage My Account from the toolbar in the product.
How do I order a new headset?
You can purchase one online at www.rosettastone.com/personal/headset or call (800) 767-3882 to place an order.
Does the Rosetta Stone solution work?
Millions of learners around the world have discovered a language with the Rosetta Stone® solution—from individuals to corporate clients such as NASA, the US State Department, and more than 10,000 schools. Don’t just take our word for it—read reviews from thousands of satisfied customers.