All topics

How it works

Learn English vocabulary by topic

How to learn a topic, step by step

1. 1

   Pick a topic

   Browse the topics or search for one. Each card shows how many words and lessons it holds, so you can choose something that fits the time you have.

2. 2

   Look through the words

   Open the topic to see its word list with IPA, meanings and pictures. Tap the speaker to hear a word before you start.

3. 3

   Choose a practice mode

   Flashcards, guess the word, multiple-choice quizzes in both directions, pronunciation practice or a mixed challenge. Flashcards are the recommended place to start.

4. 4

   Follow the learning path

   Lessons are short, about ten minutes each. Biibo remembers where you stopped, so Continue takes you back to the next lesson.

5. 5

   Talk about it

   When you know the words, Topic Talk lets you hold a spoken conversation about the topic and get written feedback at the end.

Who it is for and what you get

• Beginners who need everyday words

  Topics start from situations you know, so the first words you learn are ones you can use right away.

• Learners preparing for a trip or a new job

  Pick the topics that match the situation and cover its vocabulary in a few short sessions.

• Words that stay

  Words you practise go into Smart Review, which brings them back just before you would forget them.

• Mistakes that turn into practice

  Words you get wrong are collected in Mistakes so you can drill exactly those again.

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