Getting Started with Fluentspeak

Welcome to Fluentspeak! We're excited to help you unlock your language superpowers. This short guide will walk you through the core learning loop in just a few minutes.

Let's dive in!

Step 1: Choose Your First Words on the HSK Board

Everything in Fluentspeak revolves around vocabulary lists. The easiest way to begin is with the official HSK lists.

  1. Open the main menu and select the "HSK Board".
  2. The board shows you all the vocabulary for HSK Level 1 by default. This is your starting point!
The HSK Board showing the Level 1 vocabulary list.

Step 2: Learn with the Word Review Activity

Now that you have a list, it's time to learn. The Word Review activity is the perfect way to see your new words for the first time without any pressure.

  1. On the HSK Board, click the "Review" button Review button in the action bar at the top.
  2. This will launch a focused session where you can see each word's characters, Pinyin, and definition. Use the "Next" and "Previous" buttons to move through the list and absorb the information.
The Word Review screen showing a word's full details.

Step 3: Practice with Flashcards

Once you've reviewed the words, it's time to test your memory. Flashcards are a fun, stress-free way to practice active recall.

  1. From the HSK Board, click the "Flashcards" button Flashcards button in the action bar.
  2. Click the card to flip it and see the answer. Use the tick and cross buttons to honestly assess your memory. There's no penalty for getting it wrong—the goal is just to practice!
The Flashcards activity screen.

Step 4: See Your Progress!

This is the payoff! After you complete a study session, your stats are updated. The Progression Page is your dashboard for seeing your learning journey unfold.

  1. Open the main menu and select the "Progression" option.
  2. Here you can see your study streak, HSK completion, and badges you've earned. This is the best way to stay motivated and see your hard work pay off.
The Progression Page showing user stats and achievements.

What's Next?

You've just completed the core learning loop of Fluentspeak! Your mission is simple: review and practice a few words every day.

When you're ready to become a power user and learn about features like creating your own word lists, using the analytics page, or practicing handwriting, you can explore all of our guides.

Happy Learning!

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