A1
First phrases
Greetings, self-introductions, ordering, shopping, and basic needs.
Daily speakingOrderingBasic needsSmall talk
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Move from A1 survival phrases to B2/C1 discussions. Each theme is made of 10-minute learning units, so you know what to study today and where your progress is heading.
A1 Course Unit1:28
Cafe SceneOrdering
I'd like to order a coffee, please.
A polite, usable first phrase.
CEFR Path
Six levels, one learning map
Avo is not built around heavy long courses. It organizes real input into level, theme, and 10-minute learning units.
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A2
Everyday communication
Handle simple exchanges around travel, plans, interests, health, and routines.
TravelPlansHealthMusic & culture
Enter this levelB1
Independent expression
Share experiences, explain reasons, state preferences, and connect ideas.
Work basicsStories & opinionsRelationshipsProblem solving
Enter this levelB2
Fluent discussion
Discuss work, culture, technology, advice, and clearer points of view.
TeamworkTech lifeCultureAdvice & persuasion
Enter this levelC1
Advanced expression
Use abstract ideas, attitude, nuance, and professional communication with flexibility.
Public speakingBusinessDebateMedia commentary
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Precise command
Handle humor, irony, complex narratives, and dense professional expression.
Humor & ironyStyleComplex storiesProfessional talks
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Not a whole episode. A few lines you can actually use.
Each unit starts with a plain-language scene brief, then focuses on a small set of high-value expressions. Learners do not memorize full scripts; they practice transferable lines.
Ordering coffee politely and naturally
You walk into a cafe and want to order without sounding stiff. Avo explains the scene first, then guides you through native audio, expression breakdowns, shadowing, and review.
I'd like to order a coffee, please.
I want to order a coffee.
Nothing fancy.
Keep it simple.
Whatever you recommend.
Your recommendation is fine.
Learning Loop
Every course unit keeps the full learning loop
No matter which CEFR level you choose, the core experience stays clear: real input, subtitle understanding, speaking practice, quizzes, and review.
01
Input
Real video clips with timed subtitles
02
Understand
Word taps, phrase meaning, sentence context
03
Speak
Shadowing recordings and actionable feedback
04
Review
Micro quizzes and spaced review queue
Learning Modes
The same clip gets different support by level
Avo does not force every learner into the same difficulty. Beginners need clarity, intermediate learners need output, and advanced learners need less subtitle support.
Beginner
Chinese-first explanations and bilingual subtitles help learners understand the scene before speaking.
- Plain-language brief
- Bilingual subtitles
- No forced English retell
Intermediate
Expression breakdowns and shadowing help learners move from understanding to use.
- Key expression notes
- Shadowing practice
- Simple English retell
Advanced
Less subtitle support, listening questions, and tone imitation build stronger real-world comprehension.
- English or no subtitles
- Listen and answer
- Imitate tone
Free Boundary
The core learning path has no paywall
Avo's daily recommendations, single-lesson study, subtitle interaction, shadowing, quizzes, and review queue belong to the core path. Future optional structured courses may add stage plans, handouts, assignments, or live guidance, but they will not block the free 10-minute loop.