Y2 Reader

Read YouTube videos with bilingual subtitles, a synced article view, and contextual word explanations.

Y2 Reader turns YouTube videos into an interactive reading experience. Watch videos with synchronized bilingual subtitles, read the full transcript in a structured article view, and look up words without leaving YouTube. Key features: • Synchronized bilingual subtitles • Interactive article view synced with video playback • Click any sentence to jump to the corresponding moment • Built-in dictionary and contextual word explanations • Keyboard controls for navigating subtitles and looking up words • Recent viewing history • Multiple interface and translation languages How it works: 1. Open a supported YouTube video. 2. Click the Y2 Reader button. 3. Choose your translation language. 4. Read, listen, and explore the video using subtitles, article view, and dictionary tools. Y2 Reader is designed for language learners, researchers, and anyone who wants to understand YouTube videos more deeply. Some features require signing in to a Y2 Reader account. Subtitle processing and contextual explanations may use Y2 Reader's servers. Please see our Privacy Policy for details.