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Study English vocabulary and grammar with Anki flashcards made by AI

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Why build English flashcards from your own material

Learners studying English as a second language often end up writing English Anki flashcards by hand, copying words from readings and lectures one line at a time. Generating them from the actual text you are reading keeps the vocabulary tied to the context where you met it.

Turn vocabulary lists, idioms, and grammar rules into question and answer cards
Work from your own readings and class slides instead of generic word lists
Review and edit every card before studying, so the examples match your course
Export to Anki on Plus, or study in the browser on the free plan

Example English vocabulary flashcards

What does 'ubiquitous' mean?Found everywhere, or seeming to be present everywhere at once.

What is the past participle of 'lie' (to recline)?Lain. Example: 'She had lain down before the call started.'

What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?Affect is usually a verb meaning to influence. Effect is usually a noun meaning a result.

Which is correct: 'less people' or 'fewer people'?Fewer people. Use fewer with countable nouns and less with uncountable amounts.

Which word is a more formal synonym for 'happy'?Pleased or delighted, depending on the intensity you want. 'Glad' is informal.

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Spaced repetition built in

Cards return at the right time, so new English words move from short-term recall into long-term memory.

Export to Anki on Plus

Plus adds Anki, PDF, DOCX and CSV export, so your English decks can move into the Anki app.

How it works

Add your material

Upload a vocabulary list, grammar handout, reading passage, or slides from class.

Review the cards

Edit any card that needs a clearer example or a better definition before you start studying.

Study on schedule

Spaced repetition shows each card when you are most likely to forget it.

Good English cards usually put the word or phrase in a sentence on the front and the meaning, a collocation, or a short example on the back. Grammar points work the same way: a short incorrect sentence on the front, the corrected version and the rule on the back.

Working from your own notes also keeps the deck small and relevant. Study one unit or one reading at a time, review the cards the day after, and let spaced repetition bring back the words you keep missing.

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Frequently asked questions

How big should an English vocabulary deck be?

Small decks are easier to keep up with than large ones. Many learners find it works best to add only the words from one lesson or one reading at a time.

Should English flashcards show the word or the meaning on the front?

Both directions help. Putting the word in a sentence on the front tests recall in context, while a meaning-first card tests whether you can produce the word.

Can I export these English flashcards to Anki?

Yes, Anki export is included on the Plus plan, which costs $39/year or $7.99/month. The free plan lets you study in the browser with 3 generations per month, but it does not include exports.

Do I need a credit card to try DeckOwl?

No. You can start on the free plan without a credit card, and students get 40% off with a school email.

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