Learn new words faster with a vocabulary flashcards app
Upload a word list, a reading PDF, or a photo of your textbook page. DeckOwl writes the flashcards and spaces your reviews so new words stick.
How a vocabulary flashcards app helps words stick
Every vocabulary list starts the same way: a page of unfamiliar words due on Friday. A vocabulary flashcards app turns that page into cards you can review in the browser, so you start with a term and try to recall its meaning before flipping.
- Upload a PDF reading, a slide deck, a DOCX glossary, or a photo of a word list.
- Cards show the term on the front and the definition or an example sentence on the back.
- Spaced repetition brings back the words you miss before they slip away.
- Export to Anki, CSV, PDF or DOCX on Plus if you already study there.
Cards from your own words
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, notes or a photo of a page and get flashcards built from that material.
Spaced repetition
Cards you miss return sooner, so the words you are learning get the repetition they need.
Quizzes and mind maps too
Switch to multiple choice, true/false or short answer quizzes with explanations to test word meaning in context.
How it works
Add your word list
Upload a file, paste notes, or snap a photo of a vocabulary page.
Review the cards
Check the generated terms and definitions, and edit any that need changes.
Study a little each day
Work through due cards in the browser and let spaced repetition schedule the next review.
Spaced repetition matters for vocabulary because words fade quickly when you only review them once. DeckOwl schedules each card so the words you miss come back sooner and the ones you know appear less often.
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Frequently asked questions
How many vocabulary words should I put in one flashcard set?
Most learners do well with 15 to 30 words per set, since that is manageable in a few short sessions. Larger lists work too, but reviewing them in smaller batches helps recall.
What is the best way to study vocabulary with flashcards?
Read the term, say the meaning out loud, then check yourself before flipping the card. Use the word in a sentence of your own to make it stick.
Does DeckOwl include spaced repetition for free?
Spaced repetition is part of the Plus plan, which costs $39 a year or $7.99 a month. The free plan gives you 3 generations a month and lets you study them in the browser, with no credit card needed to start.
Can I make vocabulary flashcards from a photo of my textbook?
Yes. Photos of pages are read with text recognition, so you can snap a vocabulary list and generate cards from it. Check the cards afterward for any misread words.
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