When educators saw Eddy adapt in real time and address learners in their native languages, the room changed. Smiles appeared. Conversations paused. People leaned in closer. Not because it was surprising that the technology worked, but because it was immediately clear what it meant for learners. Again and again, we heard variations of the same reflection: this is what makes students feel comfortable enough to participate. Before accuracy, before fluency, there has to be confidence. Native-language responsiveness lowered that barrier instantly. These moments reinforced something we’ve seen in classrooms and pilots as well. When learners feel understood from the first interaction, engagement follows naturally. Language learning stops feeling performative and starts feeling personal.