Vocab Builder Flashcards

Become a faster reader and a more articulate writer and speaker with these 1,600+ vocabulary flashcards, featuring some of the most challenging but still commonly-used words in the English language! This is the study tool that will help you to learn new words (or teach them) faster than any other app or game! With just 10-15 minutes of focused studying per day, these smart vocabulary flashcards will swiftly empower you to use more sophisticated words, nouns, and verbs in conversation and writing, while effortlessly understanding more complex writing in world literature. In short, these adaptive, digital cards are the most efficient (and fun) way for you to make fast improvements!

What You Get with Brainscape’s Vocab Builder Flashcards:

• Over a thousand English vocab flashcards covering a vast spectrum of useful, yet complex words, complete with definitions, sample sentences, and synonyms. Includes common word elements—prefixes, suffixes, and roots—to boost comprehension.
• A fast, effective spaced repetition study system that will help you learn new words TWICE as fast, and remember them for longer.
• Ongoing feedback, statistics, and visualization tools to help you track your progress, which motivates you to study even more (to keep your streak alive).
• A carefully tailored and scaffolded curriculum to quickly learn and permanently lock in new vocabulary.
• Ultimate freedom, accessibility, and convenience with in-sync studying across Brainscape’s website and all your iOS and Android devices.

Why Use Brainscape to Build Your Vocabulary?

Brainscape's web and mobile app customizes the review of vocabulary flashcards based on how confident you feel in each new word you encounter. With time and repetition—which is automated, saving you any guesswork—you'll quickly learn and remember new words. And you'll do so in a way that is customized to your unique strengths and weaknesses, making practice feel easy and painless!

Who are these adaptive Vocab Builder flashcards for?

• First and second language speakers who want to take their vocabulary to the next level.
• Educators and tutors teaching English to young or adult students.
• Children competing in regional or national spelling bee competitions.
• Those preparing for their GRE® exam. (Check out our GRE Vocab flashcards here.)
• Beginners who just want to advance their conversational and writing skills quickly.

Plus, being accessible via Brainscape’s web and mobile app for Android or iOS, you practice your vocab flashcards any time and anywhere, empowering you to learn as many new words a day as you can manage (without forgetting the words you previously learned).

FAQ

What is the Best Way to Make Flashcards for New English Words?

The best way to make flashcards for new English words is, firstly, to find the right study tool for the job: an adaptive, digital flashcard app that uses spaced repetition, like Brainscape, Quizlet, or Knowt.

Then, when writing your cards, focus on clarity, consistency, and context. Select words commonly found in GRE prep—or whatever state or grade level you're targeting—and create digital cards with a clean layout. Include the word and its definition, and add a bit of context and color with a sample sentence or some information on etymology (word origin).

Your flashcards should cover lots of areas (synonyms, word families, root origins), and should be reviewed regularly, ideally on a spaced repetition schedule with a set review date. You’ll also want to check that you’re not just memorizing, but practicing in real-life usage too.

Do Flashcards Help With Learning New Vocabulary in English?

Absolutely! Flashcards are considered one of the most effective tools for building and retaining vocabulary—whether you’re preparing for the GRE or are a beginner trying to master new language areas. The act of flipping through cards, self-testing, and engaging with spaced repetition helps you move knowledge from short-term to long-term memory. And with digital cards, you can track your practice, focus on your weakest words. Plus, when you throw in a little color with detailed footnotes and sample sentences, it’s easier to make faster progress.

How Can I Memorize New English Words?

To memorize advanced vocabulary effectively, think beyond brute-force repetition and build a smarter practice routine with adaptive, digital flashcards. You can either use pre-made flashcards or create your own and share with friends so that they too can add their own problem words to your list. Start by selecting high-frequency GRE words or terms that you struggle with, then create cards that show the word, its meaning, and a sample sentence (with imagery) to reinforce the concept. Make sure you practice a little bit every day. It’s through this kind of daily, structured review that you’ll learn as quickly as possible.

How Do You Teach English Vocabulary in a Fun Way?

Teaching vocabulary doesn’t have to be a chore; it can actually be one of the most engaging things you do with your students. Whether you're working with beginners or GRE hopefuls, the key is to make learning interactive and personalized.

Start with cards—digital flashcards are ideal—and turn them into a game: matching words to definitions, racing the clock, or even acting out meanings. Give students ownership by letting them create their own decks and quiz each other in pairs or small groups. Add visual flair, humor, and stories to keep the energy up. And most importantly, keep up a consistent practice schedule with flashcards—maybe kick off a class challenge that runs from now until January, with prizes for most improved or most persistent. You’ll be amazed at how fast students absorb new vocab when they’re having fun with it!

Access Additional Free Resources:

• Read: How to memorize vocab words and build your vocabulary and How to study vocabulary—and why you should.
• Watch: 4 Easy ways to memorize vocabulary words efficiently.
• Explore: Brainscape’s YouTube channel for even more tips on expediting your language-learning journey.