u/underpainting

Hi all~ Since my last post, I've updated JLPT Speak with the full N5-N3 vocabulary (N2, N1 coming soon), and a host of new features.

JLPT Speak is an anki style flashcarding app that checks your pronunciation and automatically builds review decks to help you focus on the words that need more attention. Think of it like Wanki Kani, but you speak the words instead of typing them.

Features:
- Speak Japanese readings aloud instead of typing them out
- SRS/Anki-style system that tracks your progress and focuses on words that need attention
- Create custom lists for practice or review
- Auto-play through lists, or entire JLPT decks for quiet studying
- Adjust session size, daily goals, spoken voices
- Japanese and Simplified Chinese localization

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/jlpt-speak/id6765824150

I’ve been studying Japanese for a few years, both independently and with tutors, and one thing I always wanted was a flashcard tool focused on speaking instead of typing. WaniKani has been great for recognition, but I personally recall words much faster when I hear and say them out loud.

I wanted something that would actually show me a Japanese word, listen for my response, and tell me if I got it right or wrong without typing anything. I couldn’t find anything like that, so over the last couple of years I’ve been building and testing it. It’s really helped my recognition and pronunciation. It’s also way faster than typing, so if you’ve got 100 reviews you can rip through them in 10-15 minutes.

Anyway, I know Reddit isn’t huge on promotion, but if this sounds useful, feel free to check it out. It’s called JLPT Speak and it’s on the iOS App Store (Android coming later). I launched with N5 vocab first and I’m working on the higher levels and grammar now.

No ads, no subscriptions, no social media, no AI slop. Just a focused study tool. The first 200 words are free, and if you like it you can unlock the full 668-word deck.

Totally open to suggestions or feedback if there’s something you think would make it better.

JLPT Speak - an app to help improve your Japanese output

A JLPT/Japanese study app for people who learn better by speaking