Top 5 Apps to Improve Your English Vocabulary

Expanding your English vocabulary is essential for speaking, writing, and reading fluently. Technology makes it easier than ever with apps designed to teach, review, and reinforce new words. At My Planet English (MPE), we guide students to use the best digital tools for consistent vocabulary growth.
Here are the top 5 apps that can help you improve your English vocabulary efficiently.
1. Quizlet
Features: Flashcards, spaced repetition, interactive games
Create your own vocabulary sets or use public ones
Test yourself with matching games and quizzes
Track your progress daily
Tip: Use the mobile app for on-the-go practice.
2. Anki
Features: Advanced spaced repetition system
Perfect for memorizing words, phrases, and expressions
Highly customizable cards with images, audio, and examples
Ideal for long-term retention
Tip: Review cards a few minutes daily to move words into long-term memory.
3. Memrise
Features: Gamified vocabulary learning with native speaker audio
Learn words in contextual sentences
Practice listening and pronunciation alongside vocabulary
Levels increase gradually for continuous progress
Tip: Focus on daily streaks to make learning a habit.
4. Duolingo
Features: Fun, bite-sized lessons with quizzes and rewards
Covers vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure
Adaptive system tracks what you’ve learned
Great for beginners and intermediate learners
Tip: Use the “Stories” feature to see words in real-life context.
5. Vocabulary.com
Features: Vocabulary lists, quizzes, and contextual examples
Learn words with definitions, sentences, and synonyms
Track mastery and revisit difficult words
Focuses on words you’re likely to encounter in exams or writing
Tip: Perfect for students preparing for IELTS, TOEFL, or academic writing.
Final Thoughts
Using apps regularly can accelerate vocabulary growth. Combine them with reading, listening, and speaking practice to cement words in your memory. At My Planet English, we encourage students to integrate these tools into their daily English routine for maximum fluency and confidence.
✅ The best approach is consistency — even 10–15 minutes daily makes a huge difference over time.