Free Cantonese Flashcards
with Jyutping & SRS
Learn Cantonese characters with Anki-style spaced repetition, Jyutping (粵拼) romanization, audio pronunciation, and stroke order — all built around Bible vocabulary for deeper context and motivation.
Sample Cantonese Flashcards
Here's a preview of what our Cantonese character cards look like. Each card shows the character, its Jyutping pronunciation, tone number, and English meaning.
我
ngo5
I, me
係
hai6
is, are, am (Cantonese)
你
nei5
you
佢
keoi5
he, she, it (Cantonese)
唔
m4
not (Cantonese negation)
好
hou2
good, very
大
daai6
big, large
愛
oi3
love
神
san4
God, spirit, deity
心
sam1
heart, mind
話
waa6
to say, speech
人
jan4
person, people
How Our Cantonese SRS Flashcards Work
The same spaced repetition algorithm as Anki — optimised for Cantonese vocabulary
See the Character
A Cantonese character (漢字) appears on the card. Try to recall its Jyutping pronunciation and meaning before flipping.
Reveal & Listen
Flip the card to see Jyutping (粵拼), English meaning, and hear the Cantonese pronunciation with our text-to-speech audio.
Rate Your Recall
Rate: Again / Hard / Good / Easy. The SM-2 algorithm instantly calculates when to show this card again for optimal retention.
Track Your Progress
Cards you master are shown less frequently. New Cantonese characters are added to expand your vocabulary automatically.
Rating System (like Anki):
Again
< 1 day
Hard
~3 days
Good
~1 week
Easy
~2 weeks
Everything You Need to Learn Cantonese with Flashcards
Built specifically for Cantonese learners — not a generic flashcard tool
Anki-Style SRS
SM-2 spaced repetition algorithm schedules reviews at the exact right time. Never forget a Cantonese character again.
Jyutping + Audio
Every card shows Jyutping (粵拼) romanization with 6-tone annotations and audio playback so you hear authentic Cantonese pronunciation.
Stroke Order Writing
Practice writing Cantonese characters with animated stroke order guides. Writing reinforces memory beyond just recognition.
Frequency-Ranked Decks
Cards are ranked by real-world Cantonese usage frequency. Learn the most common characters first for maximum communication value.
Bible Vocabulary Context
Every character is linked to its Bible verses, so you learn vocabulary in meaningful context — not just isolated lists.
Pinyin Pulse Game
Gamified Cantonese review mode: a fast-paced tone matching game that makes spaced repetition feel like playing, not studying.
About Our Cantonese Flashcards
Cantonese flashcards (粵語字卡) are one of the most effective tools for learning Chinese characters as used in Cantonese-speaking communities across Hong Kong, Macau, Guangdong, and the global Cantonese diaspora. Unlike Mandarin flashcards, Cantonese cards feature Jyutping (粵拼) romanization — the standard phonetic system for Cantonese — with six tone markings that are essential for correct pronunciation.
Our platform provides a free Cantonese flashcard system powered by the SM-2 spaced repetition algorithm — the same algorithm used by Anki, the most popular language-learning flashcard app in the world. The key advantage of our system is that it comes pre-loaded with curated decks: frequency-ranked Cantonese character lists (so you learn the most important words first) and Bible-based vocabulary lists that place every character in meaningful scriptural context.
Why Learn Cantonese with Flashcards?
Research in second language acquisition consistently shows that spaced repetition flashcardsare among the most time-efficient methods for vocabulary acquisition. For Cantonese specifically — with its 6-tone system and character-based writing — repeated exposure to characters in their correct tonal context is essential. Our flashcards display Jyutping with tone numbers on every card (e.g., 你好 = nei5 hou2), so you internalize correct tones from the very first review.
Cantonese Flashcards vs. Anki for Cantonese
While Anki is a powerful general-purpose flashcard tool, setting up effective Cantonese decks in Anki requires significant time: you need to source your own cards, add Jyutping, find audio, and design layouts. Our platform provides all of this out of the box — Jyutping romanization, audio pronunciation via TTS, stroke order animations, and character frequency rankings — with no setup required. Create a free account and start your first Cantonese flashcard review in under 60 seconds.
Cantonese Flashcards — FAQ
Common questions about learning Cantonese with flashcards
What are Cantonese flashcards?
Cantonese flashcards are study cards used to learn Chinese characters as spoken and pronounced in Cantonese (廣東話). Each card shows a Chinese character on one side and reveals its Jyutping romanization (Cantonese pronunciation), English meaning, and often stroke order on the other. Our digital Cantonese flashcards use a scientifically proven spaced repetition system (SRS) — similar to Anki — to schedule reviews at optimal intervals for long-term memory retention.
What is the difference between Cantonese flashcards and Mandarin flashcards?
Cantonese and Mandarin flashcards use the same Chinese characters but differ in pronunciation and romanization. Cantonese flashcards show Jyutping (粵拼) with 6 tones — e.g., 我 = ngo5, 你 = nei5. Mandarin flashcards show Pinyin (拼音) with 4 tones — e.g., 我 = wǒ, 你 = nǐ. Cantonese is spoken in Hong Kong, Macau, and Guangdong; Mandarin in mainland China, Taiwan, and Singapore. Our platform supports both with the same card-based SRS system.
How does the spaced repetition system (SRS) work for Cantonese?
Our Cantonese flashcard system uses the SM-2 spaced repetition algorithm — the same algorithm used by Anki. When you review a card and rate it (Again / Hard / Good / Easy), the system automatically schedules the next review. Cards you find easy are shown less frequently; difficult ones appear more often. This mirrors how memory works: spaced reviews at expanding intervals are proven to increase long-term retention of Cantonese vocabulary by up to 200% compared to simple repetition.
Can I learn Cantonese through the Bible with flashcards?
Yes — our platform is specifically designed for learning Cantonese through Biblical texts. Every character encountered in the Cantonese Bible can be added to your flashcard deck. This means your vocabulary is deeply contextualised: you learn 我 (ngo5 - 'I/me') in the context of John 3:16 rather than an abstract list, which dramatically improves retention and meaning. Bible vocabulary flashcards are particularly effective for Christian learners who already know the stories.
What Cantonese characters should I learn first?
We recommend starting with the 100 most frequent Cantonese characters, which account for over 40% of all written Cantonese text. These include core pronouns (我 ngo5, 你 nei5, 佢 keoi5), common verbs (係 hai6, 有 jau5, 去 heoi3), and basic nouns (人 jan4, 時 si4, 地 dei6). Our frequency-ranked flashcard system automatically prioritises these high-value characters, so you learn what matters most first.
Is this like Anki for Cantonese?
Yes — our Cantonese flashcard system works very similarly to Anki, using the same SM-2 spaced repetition algorithm. The key difference is that our cards are specifically curated for Cantonese learners, pre-loaded with Jyutping pronunciation, stroke order animations, audio playback, and Biblical context. Unlike Anki, you don't need to create your own decks from scratch — we provide frequency-ranked Cantonese character decks and Bible vocabulary lists ready to use.
How long does it take to learn Cantonese with flashcards?
With consistent daily review (15–20 minutes per day), most learners can recognize the 200 most common Cantonese characters within 2–3 months and hold basic conversations within 6 months. The key is consistency: our streak system and spaced repetition scheduling are designed to make daily review habitual and efficient. Bible-based learning adds motivation by connecting language acquisition to spiritual practice.