# Vocabbie

> Vocabbie is a language-learning app that teaches in short chat lessons. Written courses in Finnish, Spanish, Croatian, German, French, Italian and Swedish, and 83 more languages in the same chat (90 in all). Free on iPhone, Android and the web.

Facts last checked: 2026-10-03.

## What it is
- A lesson is a conversation. The app writes a few lines, then asks a question. The reply under your answer says what the words meant and whether your answer worked. Miss one and you see the right one.
- New words appear on cards before a lesson asks about them: guess the meaning, build the word from its pieces, check. Words you fumble come back sooner.
- Speaking practice: talk in the language you are learning and the app answers in that language, says whether what you said was right, and shows the translation on request. It checks the sentence, not the accent.
- Every word and sentence can be played aloud.
- You can also make your own decks of word cards from a topic, a photo of a textbook page, or pasted notes.

## Courses
- Finnish: 96 lessons, beginner to upper intermediate, written by hand. Covers the fifteen noun cases, consonant gradation and the partitive.
- Spanish: 64 lessons, beginner to upper intermediate.
- Croatian: 64 lessons, beginner to upper intermediate.
- German, French, Italian, Swedish: 20 lessons each, for beginners.
- 83 more languages: lessons are written for you as you go, in the same chat.

## Price
- Free: two lessons a day, three speaking turns, three card decks, with no time limit.
- Lite: higher limits.
- Pro: no daily caps on lessons or speaking, 100 decks. 7-day free trial.

## Platforms
- iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/vocabbie-language-learning/id6751135436
- Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=me.apek.vocabbie
- Web: https://learn.vocabbie.app

## How it compares
- Duolingo teaches with tap-the-answer exercises. Vocabbie teaches in a chat and explains each answer.
- Anki is a flashcard tool where you make or download every card. Vocabbie writes the lessons and puts the new words on cards for you.

## Founder
Antonija Pek, solo founder and product designer. Moved to Finland from Croatia nine years ago, learned Finnish as an adult, and built Vocabbie after other apps failed her. Personal site: https://apek.me

## Not to be confused with
"Vocabbie" by a different developer on the App Store (id6749590234), a GRE/SAT vocabulary builder. This file describes Vocabbie by Antonija Pek (id6751135436).

## Links
- Website: https://www.vocabbie.app
- Courses: https://www.vocabbie.app/learn
- Blog: https://www.vocabbie.app/blog (markdown index: https://www.vocabbie.app/blog.md)
- Full text of this site for AI tools: https://www.vocabbie.app/llms-full.txt


## Blog
- [Reclaim your roots: how flashcards help heritage language learners](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/flashcards-for-heritage-language-learners.md): Do you understand your family's language but struggle to speak it? Discover how flashcards can bridge the gap, helping you activate passive knowledge and achieve fluency. Connect deeply with your cultural identity.
- [Vocabbie vs Babbel: which one fits how you learn](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/vocabbie-vs-babbel.md): Babbel sells structured courses in 14 languages. Vocabbie teaches in short chat lessons, with written courses in seven languages and 83 more on the fly. Here is how they compare.
- [Mastering Japanese verb forms with flashcards: beyond the dictionary form](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-japanese-verb-forms-with-flashcards.md): Japanese verbs have numerous conjugations (te-form, passive, causative, volitional) that change meaning and usage. Learn how to systematically conquer these essential forms with flashcards and speak more naturally.
- [Ace your IELTS and TOEFL: master academic vocabulary with flashcards](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/ace-ielts-toefl-academic-vocabulary.md): Preparing for IELTS or TOEFL means tackling complex academic vocabulary. Discover how flashcards can make memorizing these crucial terms efficient and effective, helping you boost your score.
- [Flashcards for perfectionists: overcome analysis paralysis and just start learning](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/flashcards-for-perfectionists.md): Does the thought of making perfect flashcards stop you from making any at all? Discover how to use flashcards effectively without getting caught in the trap of perfectionism.
- [Design flashcards for real-world use: apply what you learn, don't just memorize](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/design-flashcards-for-real-world-use.md): Stop just memorizing facts. Learn how to design your flashcards to build practical skills and truly apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios, from speaking a new language to solving complex problems.
- [Master Chinese Chengyu with flashcards: unlock cultural wisdom](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/master-chinese-chengyu-flashcards.md): Dive into the world of Chinese four-character idioms (Chengyu) and understand their rich historical and cultural context. Learn how flashcards can make memorizing these crucial expressions efficient and insightful.
- [Mastering Swahili verb conjugations: speak fluently with prefixes and suffixes](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-swahili-verb-conjugations.md): Swahili verbs can seem daunting with their intricate system of prefixes and suffixes. Discover how to use flashcards to systematically master conjugations and build fluent sentences.
- [Mastering Portuguese nasal vowels with flashcards: finally get them right](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-portuguese-nasal-vowels-flashcards.md): Portuguese nasal vowels can be tricky, but they're essential for clear communication. Discover how flashcards, especially with audio, can help you master these unique sounds and speak more confidently.
- [Mastering French minimal pairs with flashcards: finally tell 'poisson' from 'poison'](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-french-minimal-pairs-with-flashcards.md): Tired of confusing similar-sounding French words? Learn how flashcards can sharpen your ear and pronunciation for tricky minimal pairs, making you sound more natural and avoid embarrassing mix-ups.
- [Mastering Russian verb aspects with flashcards: finally use verbs correctly](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-russian-verb-aspects-flashcards.md): Russian verbs come in perfective and imperfective pairs, which can be a huge hurdle for learners. Discover how flashcards can simplify this complex grammatical concept and help you communicate with precision.
- [Flashcards for visually impaired learners: strategies for accessible study](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/flashcards-for-visually-impaired-learners-strategies.md): Discover how flashcards can be adapted for visually impaired learners. Explore effective strategies using audio, tactile, and digital tools to make learning accessible and efficient.
- [The generation effect: why making your flashcards harder makes you smarter](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/the-generation-effect-harder-flashcards-smarter.md): Don't just recognize the answer on your flashcards; generate it. Discover how the generation effect makes information stick in your long-term memory, leading to deeper understanding and better retention.
- [Mastering Dutch 'de' and 'het' with flashcards: finally get them right](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-dutch-articles-de-het-with-flashcards.md): Struggling with 'de' and 'het' in Dutch? It's a common hurdle for learners, but flashcards offer a systematic way to conquer gender agreement. Learn how to associate the correct article with every noun and speak Dutch more naturally.
- [Mastering collocations with flashcards: finally sound natural in any language](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-collocations-flashcards-sound-natural.md): Learning words in isolation won't make you fluent. Discover how to use flashcards to master common word pairings and improve your conversational flow.
- [Learn American Sign Language with flashcards: master visual communication](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/learn-asl-flashcards-master-visual-communication.md): Unlock a rich and expressive language with flashcards. They're perfect for memorizing signs, understanding grammar, and practicing visual recall.
- [Mastering English phrasal verbs with flashcards: finally sound natural](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-english-phrasal-verbs-flashcards.md): Struggling to remember tricky English phrasal verbs? Discover how flashcards can help you master these essential idiomatic expressions and speak with greater fluency.
- [Mastering Spanish false cognates with flashcards: avoid embarrassing mistakes](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-spanish-false-cognates-flashcards.md): Don't let similar-looking words trick you! Discover how flashcards can help you conquer Spanish false cognates and prevent common misunderstandings. Learn to distinguish true friends from treacherous foes.
- [Mastering Japanese onomatopoeia with flashcards: express yourself vividly](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-japanese-onomatopoeia-with-flashcards.md): Dive into the colorful world of Japanese onomatopoeia and add flair to your conversations. Discover how flashcards can help you master these fun yet challenging expressions to sound more like a native speaker.
- [Mastering Greek articles with flashcards: finally get them right](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-greek-articles-with-flashcards.md): Greek articles can be tricky with their gender, number, and case variations. Learn how to systematically tackle them using flashcards, ensuring you use them correctly every time.
- [Mastering Chinese measure words with flashcards: finally count like a native](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-chinese-measure-words-with-flashcards.md): Chinese measure words can be tricky, but they're essential for sounding natural. Learn how flashcards can simplify this complex linguistic hurdle and boost your fluency.
- [How spaced repetition moves you from memorizing facts to true understanding](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/how-spaced-repetition-builds-true-understanding.md): Don't just recall information; integrate it. Discover how strategic spaced repetition transforms surface-level memorization into deep, lasting comprehension.
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- [Mastering Turkish vowel harmony with flashcards: unlock natural fluency](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-turkish-vowel-harmony-with-flashcards.md): Struggling with Turkish suffixes? Vowel harmony is key to sounding natural and accurate. Learn how flashcards can simplify this unique linguistic challenge.
- [Mastering Icelandic cases with flashcards: conquer complex grammar](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-icelandic-cases-with-flashcards.md): Icelandic grammar is famously challenging, especially its intricate case system. Learn how to systematically tackle declensions and truly understand this ancient language with effective flashcard strategies.
- [Mastering Arabic plurals with flashcards: finally get them right](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-arabic-plurals-with-flashcards.md): Arabic plurals can be notoriously tricky, especially the "broken" ones. Discover how targeted flashcard strategies can help you consistently recall and correctly apply them, turning a major hurdle into a solid foundation for fluency.
- [Unlock faster learning: the critical role of feedback in flashcard study](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/how-feedback-boosts-your-flashcard-learning.md): Are you making the most of your flashcard reviews? Discover how timely feedback helps you solidify correct answers and quickly correct misunderstandings, making every study session more impactful.
- [Conquer study procrastination: how flashcards make starting easier](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/conquer-study-procrastination-flashcards.md): Struggling to start studying? Discover how breaking down tasks into flashcards can dramatically reduce the barrier to entry, making procrastination a thing of the past.
- [Mastering Russian verbs of motion with flashcards: navigate complex movements](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-russian-verbs-of-motion-with-flashcards.md): Russian verbs of motion are notoriously tricky, but essential for sounding natural. Discover how targeted flashcards can help you finally master these challenging verbs and their prefixes.
- [Mastering German noun genders with flashcards: finally get them right](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-german-noun-genders-with-flashcards.md): Struggling with 'der, die, das'? Discover effective flashcard strategies to confidently learn and remember German noun genders for good.
- [Mastering Japanese keigo with flashcards: navigate social nuances confidently](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-japanese-keigo-with-flashcards.md): Unlock the complexities of Japanese politeness levels, known as keigo. Learn to choose the right expressions for any social situation and speak with cultural sensitivity.
- [Mastering Japanese counters: finally count objects like a native speaker](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-japanese-counters-like-a-native.md): Struggling with Japanese counters? Learn how flashcards can help you differentiate and remember them, so you can count everything from pencils to people with confidence.
- [Mastering English homophones with flashcards: avoid embarrassing mistakes](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-english-homophones-flashcards.md): English is full of words that sound identical but have different spellings and meanings. Learn how to differentiate common homophones easily and confidently with targeted flashcard strategies.
- [Learn vocabulary by semantic field: supercharge your language acquisition](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/learn-vocabulary-by-semantic-field-with-flashcards.md): Tired of random vocabulary lists? Discover how grouping words by meaning on your flashcards can create stronger memory connections and accelerate your language learning.
- [Flashcards for visual learners: how to maximize your memory potential](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/flashcards-for-visual-learners-maximize-memory.md): If you learn best by seeing, discover specific flashcard strategies to make information stick. Leverage visuals and smart design to unlock your full learning power.
- [Unlock your linguistic potential: how multilinguals use flashcards to learn new languages faster](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/multilingual-flashcards-learn-new-languages-faster.md): Already speak several languages? Discover how your existing linguistic knowledge can be a superpower when learning a new one with flashcards. Learn strategies to accelerate vocabulary acquisition and avoid common pitfalls.
- [Mastering Spanish ser vs. estar with flashcards: finally use them correctly](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-spanish-ser-estar-flashcards.md): Stop confusing these fundamental verbs. Learn when and why to choose 'ser' or 'estar' in Spanish with targeted flashcard strategies, making your usage sound natural and confident.
- [Mastering the French "r" sound with flashcards: finally get it right](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-french-r-sound-with-flashcards.md): Struggling with the tricky French "r"? Discover how targeted audio flashcards can help you conquer this challenging sound. Improve your pronunciation and speak French with greater confidence.
- [Mastering Swedish word order with flashcards: finally sound natural](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-swedish-word-order-with-flashcards.md): Tired of your sentences sounding awkward in Swedish? Discover how to use flashcards to internalize correct word order and express yourself more naturally.
- [Mastering intonation in French with flashcards: sound natural, speak confidently](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-intonation-in-french-with-flashcards.md): Unlock natural-sounding French speech by mastering its unique intonation patterns. Discover how flashcards can train your ear and voice for confident conversations, going beyond just words.
- [Mastering Korean honorifics with flashcards: navigate social nuances](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-korean-honorifics-with-flashcards.md): Korean honorifics are essential for polite communication but notoriously tricky. Learn how to use flashcards to confidently master these complex social speech levels.
- [Flashcards for auditory processing disorder: strategies for clearer learning](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/flashcards-auditory-processing-disorder.md): Auditory processing disorder can make language learning tough, especially with spoken input. Discover flashcard strategies that adapt to your unique auditory processing needs, making vocabulary stick and comprehension easier.
- [Encoding variability: why changing how you learn boosts your flashcard memory](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/encoding-variability-for-flashcards.md): Discover how varying your study methods for flashcards can make your memories stronger and more resistant to forgetting. Learn practical ways to incorporate encoding variability into your review routine.
- [Mastering idioms with flashcards: crack the code of natural language](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-idioms-with-flashcards.md): Idioms are tricky because their meaning isn't obvious from the words. Learn how to design flashcards that help you understand and use them like a native speaker.
- [Mastering German adjective endings with flashcards](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-german-adjective-endings-with-flashcards.md): German adjective endings are notorious for their complexity. Learn how to systematically tackle them with smart flashcard strategies and finally speak with confidence.
- [How your brain builds memories: the neuroscience behind flashcards](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/how-your-brain-builds-memories-with-flashcards.md): Discover the fascinating neural processes involved in memory formation and how flashcards strategically tap into them. Learn how consistent retrieval practice helps consolidate knowledge in your brain for lasting retention.
- [Conquering Latin declensions with flashcards: a systematic approach](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/conquering-latin-declensions-with-flashcards.md): Latin declensions can feel like an endless maze of endings. Discover how flashcards can help you systematically master these essential grammatical patterns and unlock classical texts.
- [Unlock complex concepts: how chunking makes your flashcards more powerful](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/unlock-complex-concepts-how-chunking-boosts-flashcards.md): Feeling overwhelmed by complex material? Discover how to break down information into manageable chunks using flashcards, making even the toughest subjects stick effortlessly.
- [Mastering Polish cases with flashcards: untangling the grammatical knot](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-polish-cases-flashcards.md): Polish cases are a notorious challenge for language learners, often causing confusion. Learn how to break down complex noun, pronoun, and adjective declensions with effective flashcard strategies.
- [Mastering Japanese particles with flashcards: unlock natural-sounding sentences](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-japanese-particles-with-flashcards.md): Japanese particles can be confusing, but they're essential for fluency. Learn how to use flashcards to finally master these subtle grammatical nuances and speak more naturally.
- [Mastering English nuances with flashcards: a guide for ESL learners](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-english-nuances-flashcards-for-esl.md): Tired of stumbling over English idioms and phrasal verbs? Learn how well-designed flashcards can help ESL learners truly master the trickiest parts of the language.
- [Beyond SM-2: how FSRS optimizes your flashcard reviews](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/beyond-sm2-how-fsrs-optimizes-flashcard-reviews.md): Are you still using older spaced repetition algorithms? Discover FSRS, a cutting-edge approach that adapts to your learning more precisely. Optimize your review schedule for maximum retention and efficiency.
- [Keep your brain young: how flashcards boost cognitive health for seniors](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/flashcards-for-seniors-boost-cognitive-health.md): Learning a new language or skill can sharpen the mind at any age. Discover how flashcards provide an engaging and effective way for seniors to stay cognitively active.
- [Mastering French sentence structure: go beyond verb conjugation](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/mastering-french-sentence-structure-flashcards.md): Tired of just knowing words but not how to put them together? Learn how to design flashcards that build your fluency in French sentence construction and finally speak like a native.
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- [Master new concepts: how dual coding theory makes your flashcards unforgettable](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/dual-coding-theory-flashcards-visual-memory.md): Unlock the power of visual and verbal learning. Discover how applying dual coding theory to your flashcards can dramatically improve memory and understanding.
- [The forgetting curve: how flashcards help you defy it](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/the-forgetting-curve-how-flashcards-help-you-defy-it.md): Discover the science behind why we forget and how intelligent flashcard systems like Vocabbie are designed to challenge the forgetting curve, ensuring your knowledge sticks. Learn to optimize your learning to remember more, longer.
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- [Flashcards for dyslexia: strategies for learners with reading challenges](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/flashcards-for-dyslexia-strategies-for-reading-challenges.md): Dyslexia presents unique challenges for language and vocabulary acquisition. Explore effective flashcard strategies tailored to help dyslexic learners build strong memory connections.
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- [Hack your memory: how context-dependent learning makes flashcards stick](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/context-dependent-memory-for-flashcards.md): Your environment and state of mind influence what you remember. Learn how to strategically vary your study context to strengthen your flashcard recall and truly master your material.
- [Optimal review intervals: how to personalize your spaced repetition](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/optimal-review-intervals-how-to-personalize-spaced-repetition.md): Spaced repetition is powerful, but a one-size-fits-all approach isn't always best. Learn how to adjust your review intervals to perfectly match your learning style and specific material.
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- [How to use flashcards to learn Japanese](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/how-to-learn-japanese-flashcards.md): Japanese has three writing systems and thousands of kanji. Flashcards help more here than almost anywhere.
- [Passive review vs active recall: why one works and one does not](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/passive-vs-active-recall.md): Re-reading your notes feels productive. It mostly is not. Here is the difference.
- [What makes a good flashcard](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/how-to-make-good-flashcards.md): Most people make their flashcards wrong. Here is the difference between cards that work and cards that waste your time.
- [How to actually build Spanish vocabulary](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/how-to-learn-spanish-vocabulary.md): Word lists are boring and mostly useless. Here is what works better.
- [Learning Korean with flashcards](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/how-to-learn-korean-flashcards.md): Korean has a logical alphabet and a very different grammar. Here is where flashcards fit in.
- [Digital flashcards vs paper flashcards](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/digital-vs-paper-flashcards.md): Paper has real advantages. So does digital. Here is when to use each.
- [Study techniques that do not actually work](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/study-techniques-that-dont-work.md): Highlighting, re-reading, summarizing. You have probably done all three. Here is the problem.
- [The best time of day to study](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/best-time-to-study.md): Morning, afternoon, evening? The research is clearer than you might think.
- [The best way to learn vocabulary in any language](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/best-way-to-learn-vocabulary.md): Translating single words rarely works long-term. Here is what does.
- [How to actually focus while studying](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/how-to-focus-while-studying.md): Distraction is the default. Here are the things that genuinely help.
- [How to memorize vocabulary fast](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/how-to-memorize-vocabulary-fast.md): Most vocab study methods waste your time. Here's what actually works.
- [Interleaving: the study technique most people ignore](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/interleaving-study-technique.md): Mixing up subjects feels worse than blocked study. It also works better.
- [Spaced repetition: why your brain needs it](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/spaced-repetition-explained.md): The forgetting curve is real. Here's the study method that fights it.
- [Vocabbie vs Anki: an honest take](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/vocabbie-vs-anki.md): Anki is powerful. It's also kind of miserable to use. Here's how the two compare.
- [How to turn your notes into flashcards with AI](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/ai-flashcards-from-notes.md): Copying notes to flashcards by hand takes forever. AI does it in seconds.
- [How to actually learn a language with flashcards](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/best-language-learning-flashcard-tips.md): Flashcards can accelerate language learning massively. Most people use them wrong.
- [Why your flashcards aren't working](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/why-flashcards-dont-work.md): You're making them, you're reviewing them, and you're still forgetting. Here's what's going wrong.
- [How to create flashcards from a photo](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/create-flashcards-from-photo.md): Snap a page from your textbook or handwritten notes and get flashcards in seconds.
- [Vocabbie vs Quizlet: which one's worth your time?](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/vocabbie-vs-quizlet.md): Quizlet has been around forever. Here is how it compares with Vocabbie, which teaches languages in short chat lessons and still makes decks from your notes.
- [How to build a study habit that actually lasts](https://www.vocabbie.app/blog/build-study-habit.md): Starting is easy. Still doing it three weeks later is the hard part.