Alexa can translate conversations between two people who speak different languages. The digital assistant’s new Live Translation feature works on Echo devices in the United States and supports translation between English and French, German, Hindi, Italian, Spanish or Portuguese.

To start using the feature, ask Alexa to serve as an interpreter for the language that the person you want to talk to speaks. As the two of you converse, Alexa will automatically identify the person who’s taking and translate as needed. If you own an Echo Show, you’ll see a visual translation in addition to hearing an audio one. When the conversation comes to an end, say, “Alexa, stop.”

The fact that the feature is limited to Echo devices in the United States means it might be a while before you get to check out Live Translation in action — even with a pandemic that limits travel, interpreter modes are most useful on a phone. Google also has an interpreter mode on Assistant-enabled smart displays and speakers. (SD-Agencies)