Guides
Short, practical guides on how to actually learn a language: how spaced repetition works, how to build flashcards worth studying, and what to expect from the major proficiency exams. Written by the team behind Kioki.
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What Is Spaced Repetition, and Why Does It Work?
The forgetting curve, the spacing effect, and why ten minutes a day beats weekend cramming.
How to Make Flashcards from Your Notes
Turn textbook pages, class notes, and photos into a study deck in minutes.
Exam guides
What Is the TOPIK Exam? Levels, Structure, and How to Prepare
Korea's official proficiency test: TOPIK I and II, the six levels, and how scoring works.
What Is the JLPT? Levels N5 to N1, Explained
Japan's proficiency test: what each level asks of you and how to choose where to start.
The DELE Exam, Explained: Levels, Format, and Prep
The official Spanish diploma: levels A1 to C2, the four papers, and how to prepare.
What Is the TOEIC? Scores and Sections, Explained
The English test used in hiring across Japan and Korea: scoring, sections, and prep.
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