10 Surprising Things You Can Translate with Lucy

Lucy Is More Than a Menu Translator

Lucy was built for menus and signs, but travelers use her for far more. Here are 10 surprising uses that make Lucy an indispensable travel companion.

1. Medicine labels. When you need to buy medicine at a foreign pharmacy, Lucy reads the label so you know what you are taking.

1. Hotel information sheets. The rules, check-out times, and emergency info often posted in hotel rooms — Lucy translates them all.

1. Museum and gallery exhibits. Many museums have descriptions only in the local language. Lucy turns them into guided tours.

1. Receipts and bills. Not sure what you were charged for? Photograph the receipt and Lucy itemizes it.

1. Public transportation schedules. Bus timetables, train schedules, and metro maps — Lucy reads them all.

1. Supermarket product labels. Shopping for groceries abroad is an adventure. Lucy reads nutrition labels, ingredients, and allergens.

1. Letters and notes. A handwritten note from your Airbnb host, a message left by cleaning staff — Lucy reads it.

1. Clothing care labels. Bought a beautiful scarf? Lucy tells you how to wash it.

1. Street art and graffiti. Some of the most interesting cultural commentary is on walls. Lucy translates it.

1. Children's homework. Traveling families sometimes need to help with school work in a foreign language. Lucy assists.

Anywhere there is text in a language you cannot read, Lucy can help. She is a universal translation companion.