Turn vocabulary lists into flashcards for your iPhone
Upload a PDF, slides, notes or a photo of a page and get vocabulary flashcards with spaced repetition. No credit card needed to start.
Why a vocabulary deck beats rereading a list
Vocabulary study works best when each word comes back at the right moment, just before you would forget it. A vocabulary flashcards app for iPhone gives you that rhythm without retyping the list every week, because the cards are built from the exact words your teacher or textbook uses.
- Flashcards with the word on the front and its meaning on the back
- Spaced repetition that brings missed words back sooner
- Quizzes with explanations to test words in context
- Exports to Anki or CSV on the Plus plan for studying elsewhere
Starts from your own words
Drop in a PDF word list, a DOCX reading guide, slides or a photo of your notebook. Text recognition reads the page so the cards match what your class uses.
Spaced repetition built in
Cards you miss come back sooner and cards you know fade into longer gaps, so you spend time on the words that need it.
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How it works
Add your material
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes or an image of a vocabulary list.
Generate your cards
DeckOwl writes flashcards with the word on the front and its meaning on the back.
Study and review
Work through the deck in your browser and rate each card so the next review is scheduled for you.
Start with the list you already have. Upload the handout, the chapter PDF or a photo of your notes, then review the generated cards and remove any you do not need. The deck grows with your course, and the spaced repetition schedule keeps older words in rotation so they stick.
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Frequently asked questions
How many vocabulary words should I put in one deck?
Most learners do well with 20 to 50 words per deck that they can review in one sitting. Once those are familiar, start a new deck so the daily review stays manageable.
What is the best way to study vocabulary flashcards?
Say the word and its meaning aloud before you flip the card, then use a sentence with the word to check your understanding. Rate each card honestly so spaced repetition can schedule the next review correctly.
Does DeckOwl work on iPhone?
You can study in the browser, and that is included in the free plan. Exports to PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV are part of the Plus plan at $39/year or $7.99/month.
Is there a free plan to try it?
Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser, but no exports. No credit card is needed to start.
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