Turn your vocabulary notes into an Anki deck with AI
Upload a word list, a reading or a photo of your textbook page. DeckOwl builds flashcards from the terms your course actually uses, ready for spaced review.
Why build your own vocabulary deck
Ready-made vocabulary decks are a quick start, but they rarely match the words your course or reading list actually uses. A Anki vocabulary deck built from your own material keeps you focused on the terms you will be tested on.
- Cards come from your own word lists, readings and slides
- Each card can include a definition and an example sentence
- Spaced repetition schedules the words you find hard more often
- Export to Anki is available on the Plus plan
Built from your own words
Upload a PDF, slides, notes or a photo of a vocabulary page. The text is read and turned into cards that match your course, not a generic word list.
Spaced repetition in the browser
Cards come back at the intervals that help you retain them. You can study on the Free plan without downloading anything.
Export to Anki
On the Plus plan, export your vocabulary cards to Anki, along with PDF, DOCX and CSV files, so your deck works wherever you already study.
How it works
Upload your vocabulary source
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text list or a photo of the page. No credit card is needed to start.
Review the generated cards
Check the terms and definitions, and edit anything that does not match your class material.
Study or export
Study with spaced repetition in the browser, or export to Anki on Plus.
The most useful decks have short definitions, a sample sentence on the back, and cards you have to recall before you flip them. Start with a small daily batch so reviews stay manageable, and let spaced repetition bring back the words you miss.
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Frequently asked questions
How many new words should I add to an Anki deck each day?
Most learners do well with a small daily batch, so start with 10 to 20 new words. Spaced repetition will bring back the ones you miss, so the deck stays manageable.
What makes vocabulary flashcards stick better than copying lists?
Recall works better than rereading, so try to say the meaning before you flip the card. Adding a sample sentence helps you remember how the word is used.
Can I export my vocabulary cards to Anki?
Yes, export to Anki is included in the Plus plan, which also supports PDF, DOCX and CSV export. The Free plan lets you study in the browser but does not include exports.
Do I need a credit card to try DeckOwl?
No. You can start on the Free plan, which includes 3 generations per month, without entering a credit card.
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