Flashcards and Daily Practice — Build Your Vocabulary

What Are Flashcards?

Flashcards are one of the most effective tools for learning new vocabulary. On SVFF, you will find a dedicated flashcard system at /flashcards that uses a proven method called spaced repetition to help you remember words and phrases long-term.

Instead of reviewing every card every day, the system tracks how well you know each word. Cards you find easy appear less often, while cards you struggle with come back more frequently. This is powered by the SM-2 algorithm, the same method used by many of the world's top language learning apps.

How to Create and Study Decks

Getting started with flashcards is simple:

• Browse existing decks — SVFF offers pre-made decks organized by topic and difficulty level, matching the lessons you are studying.
• Create your own deck — Add words and phrases you encounter during lessons. Include the Vietnamese word, its English meaning, and an example sentence for context.
• Study a deck — Open any deck and tap "Study." You will see the front of each card first. Try to recall the answer, then flip the card to check. Rate how well you remembered it.

How Spaced Repetition Works

When you rate a card during study, the system schedules your next review:

• Got it wrong? The card comes back in the same session or the next day.
• Got it right but it was hard? You will see it again in 2-3 days.
• Got it right easily? The interval grows — 5 days, then 10, then 25, and so on.

Over time, well-known cards appear only once a month or less, while difficult cards get the extra attention they need. This makes your study time much more efficient.

Daily Practice

Visit /practice/daily for a personalized set of exercises generated just for you. Each day, the system looks at your recent lessons, your flashcard performance, and areas where you need improvement, then creates a short practice session.

Daily practice sessions typically include:

• Vocabulary review from recent lessons
• Listening and reading comprehension exercises
• Fill-in-the-blank and matching activities
• Short translation tasks

These exercises are AI-generated and adapt to your skill level, so they stay challenging but never overwhelming.

Quizzes

Head to /quiz to test yourself with structured quizzes. Quizzes cover specific topics or units and give you a score at the end. They are a great way to check your progress before moving on to new material.

Streaks and Consistency

SVFF tracks your daily learning streak. Every day you complete a practice session or study your flashcards, your streak grows. Research shows that short, consistent study sessions are far more effective than long, irregular ones.

Aim for at least 10-15 minutes per day. Even a quick flashcard review on a busy day keeps your streak alive and your memory sharp.

Tips for Effective Vocabulary Building

• Study in short sessions. Three 10-minute sessions spread throughout the day beat one 30-minute session.
• Add context. When you create a flashcard, include an example sentence, not just a single word.
• Use new words. Try to use newly learned vocabulary in your daily practice exercises or in community posts.
• Be honest when rating. If you are not sure about a card, rate it as "hard." The system works best when your ratings are accurate.
• Review before studying new material. Always clear your due flashcards before adding new ones.
• Stay consistent. A few minutes every day is better than an hour once a week.