How to Build the Perfect Flashcard Deck for Language Learning
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Most people make flashcards — few make good ones.
Whether you’re learning Thai tones, Spanish verbs, or Japanese kanji, the way you structure your flashcards determines how well you’ll remember them.
Here’s how to build the perfect deck.
1. Keep It Simple
Each card should test one idea only.
Instead of:
“What are all the ways to say ‘to go’ in Spanish?”
try:
Front: “to go”
Back: “ir”
Short and clear cards make review faster and more focused.
2. Add Context
Words are easier to remember when connected to real examples.
“voy al mercado” — I go to the market
“fui ayer” — I went yesterday
That’s why Mora includes an Examples & Notes field — so you can add usage context or grammar tips.
3. Add Pronunciation
Phonetic spelling (like sà-wàt-dii for Thai) helps you internalize pronunciation early.
Mora also supports text-to-speech, so you can hear native pronunciation on each card.
4. Mix Recall and Typing Practice
Use recall mode to test memory, and typing mode to strengthen accuracy.
Typing forces active recall — one of the best ways to make vocabulary stick.
5. Review Consistently
Even the perfect flashcards won’t help if you don’t review them regularly.
Mora’s spaced repetition takes care of that automatically — so you can focus on learning.