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See every unit of your vocabulary book as one mind map

Upload the PDF or typed word lists from your vocabulary book and get an editable mind map you can explore branch by branch.

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How a vocabulary book fits into a mind map

Vocabulary books are organized by unit, but the words in each unit often share roots, prefixes, and suffixes that are easier to remember as a group. A mind map for an English vocabulary book puts those connections on one page, so you can see how a word like "transcribe" links to "describe" and "script" without flipping through chapters.

  • Keep one main branch per unit or word family so the map stays readable.
  • Add meanings and example sentences as sub-points rather than long paragraphs.
  • Collapse branches you already know and expand only the ones with missing words.
  • Redraw the map from memory after a study session to test what you actually recall.
Example vocabulary book mind map branches
Word rootsscrib, script (write) · dict (say or speak) · port (carry)
Common prefixesun- (not) · re- (again) · pre- (before)
Common suffixes-able (can be done) · -ful (full of) · -less (without)
Context cluesdefinition clue · example clue · contrast clue · synonym clue
Word connotationpositive · neutral · negative
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Units become branches

Each chapter or unit from your book turns into a main branch, so you can see how the whole vocabulary list is organized.

Editable and explorable

Rename, move, or collapse branches as you study. Expand only the word groups you need to review that day.

Works from your own book

Upload a PDF, DOCX, or photos of pages. Text recognition reads the words so the map reflects your actual book.

How it works

Upload your book or notes

Add the PDF, a Word file, a PPTX, plain text, or photos of the pages.

Review the generated map

Check the main branches for units, roots, prefixes, and word groups, then adjust anything that looks off.

Study branch by branch

Open one branch at a time, quiz yourself on its words, and return to the full map before a test.

A good map is only useful if you can change it. Each branch in a DeckOwl mind map is editable, so you can add the words your teacher emphasized, merge units that overlap, or split a crowded branch into smaller sub-points.

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Frequently asked questions

How many words should each mind map branch hold?

Four to six words per branch works well for most vocabulary books. Larger units can be split into two branches, such as roots on one side and prefixes on the other.

How do I study vocabulary words with a mind map?

Cover the sub-points of one branch, try to name them from the main branch, then check yourself. Repeat with the branches you missed until you can recall the whole map.

Can I export the mind map?

You can explore and edit mind maps on the free plan. Plus adds PDF and DOCX export, along with Anki and CSV export for flashcards made from the same material.

Does the free plan include all mind map features?

The free plan includes 3 generations per month and lets you study in the browser. Unlimited generations and exports are part of the Plus plan, which costs $39 a year or $7.99 a month.

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