WhatsApp, one of the world’s most popular instant messaging apps, has begun rolling out a new artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot developed by Meta. This new feature, displayed as a blue circle in the app, offers users a variety of helpful tools — from academic suggestions and image generation to language learning.
Meta AI: Your New Virtual Assistant on WhatsApp
The AI assistant, named Meta AI, appears in the main chat list as a regular contact, making it easily accessible for all users. There’s no need to download an additional app or subscribe to any paid service — simply updating the WhatsApp app is enough to start using the feature.
Meta AI is especially useful for curious users or those interested in learning a new language. Whether it’s English, French, Portuguese, or even improving your Spanish, the chatbot is designed to support language development in an interactive and personalized way.
How to Start Using Meta AI to Learn a Language
To begin learning English using Meta AI on WhatsApp, just open the chat with the virtual assistant and start a conversation — a simple “hello” will do. The AI will respond accordingly, creating a natural interaction.
You can then type something like, “I want to learn English, can you teach me?” Meta AI typically replies with:
“Of course! I’d love to help you learn English. What is your current level? Are you a beginner, intermediate, or advanced?”
Topics and Skills You Can Practice
Meta AI suggests a wide range of topics for users to practice based on their current proficiency. These include:
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Pronunciation
- Conversation
- Reading
- Writing
The chatbot usually begins with basic topics such as greetings and introductions. Some examples of what users might practice include:
Greetings
- Hello
- Hi
- Good morning
- Good afternoon
- Good evening
- Goodbye
Introductions
- My name is [your name]
- I am from [your country]
- Nice to meet you
Basic Vocabulary
- Water
- Food
- House
- Car
- Tree
Grammar Basics: The verb “to be”
- I am
- You are
- He/She/It is
- We are
- They are
Meta AI may follow up with phrases like:
“Let’s practice a little. Can you repeat some of the phrases I shared? Or would you like more examples?”
What You Can and Cannot Ask Meta AI
While Meta AI is highly interactive, it does have limitations. The assistant will not respond to certain types of questions or requests that involve:
- Sexual content or explicit language
- Hate speech, discrimination, or violent content
- Personal data such as phone numbers, addresses, or bank details
- Medical diagnoses or legal advice
If users attempt to discuss sensitive or inappropriate topics, Meta AI will redirect the conversation or suggest changing the subject to something more suitable.
A Powerful, Safe, and Educational Tool
Meta AI not only enhances the WhatsApp experience but also offers a new, accessible way for people around the world to learn and practice languages. Its integration into a familiar platform eliminates barriers and encourages casual, everyday learning.
With tools like Meta AI, WhatsApp is moving beyond simple messaging — it’s becoming a smarter assistant for education, creativity, and safe digital interaction.