about entype

Why entype?

entype was born out of a simple frustration: traditional vocabulary learning tools (like flashcards) are effective but often feel tedious. On the other hand, typing tests are incredibly fun and engaging, but they don't teach you anything new.

By combining the spaced repetition of flashcards with the tactile flow of a modern typing test, entype creates a "flow state" where learning new vocabulary feels like playing a game rather than doing homework.

How it works

• Contextual Learning: You don't just type random words. You type synonyms grouped together by their exact nuances.
• Progressive Reveal: Words are slowly revealed as you type, forcing your brain to actively recall the spelling and meaning.
• Spaced Repetition: The system remembers which words you struggled with and schedules them for review at optimal intervals.

Open Source

entype is a community-driven project. The core engine, the vocabulary database, and the community proposals are all designed to be open and transparent. If you're a developer, you can find the source code on our GitLab repository and contribute to the project.

Word List Sources

• A1–B2: The CEFR-J Wordlist Version 1.5. Compiled by Yukio Tono, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies. Retrieved from cefr-j.org on 1/20/2020.
• C1–C2: Octanove Vocabulary Profile C1/C2 (ver 1.0) by Octanove Labs, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.