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   AI Dictionary & Vocab App 'DiQt' Releases 'Introductory Wordbooks' for 28 Languages Taught at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies ― Leveraging industry-academia collaboration, approx. 1,200 words are now available to all users ― 

AI辞書＆単語帳アプリ DiQt

BooQs Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Iruma City, Saitama Prefecture; CEO: Shinji Aikawa), operator of the AI dictionary and vocabulary app "DiQt," announced on November 5th that it has released introductory level wordbooks (approx. 1,200 words) and example sentence quizzes for the 28 languages taught as majors at the Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (TUFS).

This enables all DiQt users to quickly master foundational vocabulary and example sentences for 28 languages, including English, Chinese, Polish, Urdu, and Arabic.

■ Developed in Collaboration with Tokyo University of Foreign Studies

DiQt 28言語の入門単語帳

   "DiQt" is an AI dictionary and vocab app equipped with a system to "help users not forget vocabulary." In 2024, it was introduced at the Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (TUFS) and is provided free of charge to students and affiliates as part of an industry-academia collaboration.

   According to the company, while materials were previously only available in English, there were many requests from students wanting vocabulary books for their major languages.

   Therefore, the company utilized its dictionary data and generative AI technology to create an introductory vocabulary list (approx. 1,200 words) for the 28 languages. Based on this, they developed educational materials such as wordbooks and example sentence quizzes, which are now being offered to all users.

■ "DiQt," Selected for the ICT Startup League

DiQt 学習画面イメージ

   Four types of materials are available, including multiple-choice word questions and example sentence flashcards. All materials feature audio pronunciation, which the company says is also useful for strengthening listening skills.

   "DiQt" builds its multilingual dictionary by combining generative AI and consumer-generated media (CGM), an effort that was recognized and led to its selection for the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' "ICT Startup League" in 2023.

■ Future Outlook

   The company plans to expand beyond the introductory level, gradually adding intermediate and advanced vocabulary lists and materials for each language.

   "DiQt" is available as a web app, as well as for iOS, Android, and as a browser extension.

■ ICT Startup League
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④ Promotion
We collaborate with media to publicize the initiatives of league members! By making their businesses known to many people, we aim to expand opportunities for new matching and chances.

■ Related Websites
ICT Startup League ／ BooQs Co., Ltd. (Official Site) ／ BooQs Co., Ltd. (LEAGUE MEMBER) ／ DiQt (Official Site) ／ News Release

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