May 25, 2026 • 12 min read
Phrasal Verbs vs Prepositional Verbs: What's the Difference? (With Audio)
Phrasal verbs use an adverb particle and are often separable. Prepositional verbs use a preposition and are inseparable. Four practical tests, clear examples, audio pronunciation, and a comparison table.
Read more open_in_new May 15, 2026 • 20 min read
The 100 Most Essential TOEFL Vocabulary Words (With Definitions and Examples)
The complete list of the 100 highest-leverage TOEFL words, organized into 8 academic categories with part of speech, definition, and a TOEFL-style example sentence for each.
Read more open_in_new May 15, 2026 • 15 min read
The 7 Best Free Vocabulary Apps in 2026 (An Honest Comparison)
We tested Anki, Quizlet, Memrise, Duolingo, Drops, Vocabulary.com and penguen.io. What's actually free, what's paywalled, and which one to pick by use case — with a free-tier coverage chart.
Read more open_in_new May 15, 2026 • 18 min read
The 100 Most Common English Phrasal Verbs (With Meanings and Examples)
Master the 100 highest-frequency English phrasal verbs. Each one with a clear meaning and a real example sentence — organized by particle (up, out, on, off, in, down, back, over) for fast recall.
Read more open_in_new May 14, 2026 • 14 min read
How Many Words a Day Should I Learn? The Science-Backed Answer
Research-backed daily vocabulary targets by CEFR level, a realistic 30-day plan, and why learning 10 words a day will beat learning 50.
Read more open_in_new Mar 09, 2026 • 24 min read
100 Essential PTE Academic Vocabulary Words (With Flashcards)
Master 100 essential PTE Academic vocabulary words with flashcards. Organised by task type with definitions, examples, and a spaced repetition study plan to boost your PTE score.
Read more open_in_new Mar 09, 2026 • 25 min read
B2 English Vocabulary: 200 Upper-Intermediate Words for Fluency
Advance your English with 200 essential B2 upper-intermediate vocabulary words. Organised by topic with examples, collocations, and a study plan using spaced repetition flashcards.
Read more open_in_new Mar 06, 2026 • 24 min read
B1 English Vocabulary: 200 Intermediate Words to Reach the Next Level
Level up your English with 200 essential B1 intermediate vocabulary words. Organised by topic with examples, collocations, and a study plan using spaced repetition flashcards.
Read more open_in_new Mar 03, 2026 • 19 min read
English Flashcards for Beginners: A1 and A2 Vocabulary With Examples
Start learning English with beginner flashcards. This guide covers essential A1 and A2 vocabulary with examples, study tips, and a simple plan to build your first 200 words.
Read more open_in_new Feb 28, 2026 • 22 min read
The 100 Most Important IELTS Vocabulary Words (With Flashcards)
Master the 100 most important IELTS vocabulary words with flashcards. Organised by topic with examples, definitions, and a study plan to boost your band score.
Read more open_in_new Feb 25, 2026 • 20 min read
How to Prepare for IELTS Vocabulary With Flashcards: A Step-by-Step Plan
Learn how to prepare for IELTS vocabulary with flashcards. This step-by-step plan covers study strategies, word lists, and tools to boost your band score fast.
Read more open_in_new Feb 22, 2026 • 18 min read
English Vocabulary Flashcards: The Complete Guide to Learning Words That Stick
Discover how English vocabulary flashcards can transform your language learning. Learn science-backed strategies, top tools, and tips to memorize words faster.
Read more open_in_new Feb 19, 2026 • 15 min read Featured
Flashcard and Spaced Repetition
Remember cramming for an exam, acing it, and then forgetting everything a week later? There's a science-backed method that lets you remember more by studying less, and it all starts with a simple flashcard.
Read more open_in_new May 24, 2024 • 12 min read
The Science of Spaced Repetition: How to Never Forget a Word Again
Discover the neural mechanisms behind long-term memory and how penguen.io uses algorithmic timing to optimize your vocabulary retention. We dive deep into the Ebbinghaus Forgetting Curve and modern cognitive science.
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