The Flashcards Activity

Flashcards are a powerful, stress-free way to practice active recall—the act of deliberately trying to remember information. This is one of the most effective methods for solidifying vocabulary in your long-term memory.

Our flashcard system is designed to be a flexible practice tool, not a test. There are no penalties for incorrect answers or using hints, so feel free to use it as often as you need to build your confidence.

How to Start a Flashcard Session

You can launch a session from any supported word list. Look for the "Flashcards" button in the action bar, usually at the top of the list.

You can find this button on pages like:

• The HSK Board
• Your personal "My Words" page
• The vocabulary tab within a Lesson
• Any individual Word List page

Using the Flashcards Interface

The flashcard screen is designed for focus. It presents one card at a time, along with all the tools you need to test your memory.

• A. Progress Bar: This tracks how many cards you've completed in the current deck.
• B. The Card: This is the main focus. It shows the Chinese characters on the front. Click the card itself to flip it over and reveal the Pinyin and English definition(s) on the back.
• C. Hint Button: If you're stuck, click this to get a hint. There's no penalty for using it!
• D. Answer Buttons: Use the cross for "I didn't know it" and the tick for "I knew it." Clicking either button will immediately move you to the next card.

Time-Saving Tip: You don't have to flip the card! If you instantly know the word, just click the tick button to mark it correct and move on.

Completing Your Session

Once you've gone through all the cards, you'll see a summary screen.

From here, you have two choices:

• End Flashcards: Exit the activity and return to the previous page.
• Review again: Immediately start a new session with the same deck of cards. You can review as many times as you like.