Tango Japanese - Vocab
JLPT flashcards & stories
Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPad
Memorizing Japanese words without context? Tango helps you learn vocabulary through SRS flashcards, AI-generated examples, short stories, audio review, and instant dictionary lookup.
Whether you are preparing for JLPT N5-N1, reviewing textbook vocabulary, or learning words from Japanese media, Tango turns isolated words into sentences, stories, and listening practice so they are easier to remember and use.
Why Tango works
• Learn with SRS flashcards
Review words at the right time with a spaced repetition system designed for long-term memory.
• Study JLPT vocabulary
Use built-in decks for JLPT N5-N1 and beginner-to-advanced Japanese vocabulary.
• Read AI stories from your words
Select words and generate short stories at your level, so vocabulary becomes meaningful in context.
• Get natural example sentences
Create Japanese examples with furigana, translation, and difficulty control.
• Tap any word to look it up
Check meanings, readings, and related expressions without leaving your study flow.
• Listen while you review
Play words and example sentences like an audio playlist for passive review.
• Practice output, not just recall
Use translation practice and voice input to check whether you can actually use the words.
Tango is free to start. Upgrade to Pro to unlock more AI story generation, advanced deck customization, and flexible AI model settings for a more personalized study experience.
more Thank you for using Tango! This update includes:
- Improved network connectivity to reduce network errors and increase reliability.
- Fixed known issues and improved overall stability.
1.3.3 1d ago
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes:
- Added card autoplay to New Word Preview, automatically playing each word and its pinned or latest example.
- Added mastered word counts to word packs.
- Improved the card swiping experience.
- Fixed known issues and improved overall stability.
1.3.2 2d ago
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes:
- Improved Vocabulary Book card preview: Listen sits next to Start Learning, and the “unmastered only” filter moves to the top-right for easier access.
- Enhanced Story pages: completed stories now offer quick Word Review.
- Added stubborn-word tips on the practice settlement screen.
- Improved word underline styling and merging logic.
- Fixed known issues and improved overall stability.
1.3.1 Aug 1
Thank you for using Tango!
- Due-for-review badges and smoother word pack loading
- Optional New Word Preview before practice (swipeable; on by default)
- Bug fixes and stability improvements
1.3.0 Jul 19
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes:
- Improved the translation practice experience with kana hints and refined hint interactions.
- Enhanced the My Word Packs page with completion status and more accurate learning progress.
- Improved the stability of the Home Screen Word Widget.
- Enhanced the sentence bookmarking experience.
- Fixed known issues and improved overall stability.
1.2.15 Jul 15
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes:
- Improved the Home Screen Word Widget with smarter word recommendations based on your learning progress.
- Enhanced the word pack preview experience with quick access to the Audio Player and an option to focus on unmastered words.
- Improved translation practice hints with step-by-step character reveals and pronunciation playback.
- Fixed known issues and improved overall stability.
1.2.14 Jul 10
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes:
- Added an iOS Home Screen Word Card widget for quick access to your learning content.
- Improved the word card preview experience with automatic audio playback for pronunciations and example sentences.
- Enhanced navigation between story word previews and the word list for a smoother browsing experience.
- Fixed known issues and improved overall stability.
1.2.13 Jun 25
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes:
- Added social media contact options to help you stay connected and share feedback.
- Enhanced word recommendation logic for story generation to create more relevant learning content.
- Fixed known issues and improved overall stability.
1.2.12 Jun 9
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes:
- Added Loop Mode to the Audio Player for more focused listening practice.
- Enhanced Learning Statistics with trend insights and study streak tracking.
- Added proficiency change indicators on review and practice summary pages.
- Improved card pack management and switching experience.
- Fixed known issues and improved overall stability.
1.2.11 Jun 2
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes:
- Improved the “Learning Statistics” page for a clearer and more intuitive experience.
- Optimized the “Settings - About”.
- Added loading feedback for membership information to improve the membership experience.
- Enhanced the story word selection experience.
- Fixed several known issues and improved overall stability.
1.2.10 May 27
Thanks for using Tango! This update includes the following improvements:
- New Statistics Page: A brand-new dashboard to visually track your learning progress and daily stats.
- Interactive Story Audio: You can now tap on any sentence within the stories to play its corresponding audio.
- Dictionary Optimization: Improved the text display when triggering the dictionary.
- App Store Rating: Added an in-app rating prompt. If you enjoy learning with Tango, please consider leaving us a review!
- Fixed known issues and further improved system stability.
1.2.9 May 20
Thanks for using Tango! This update includes the following improvements:
1. Home Page Enhancement: You can now switch word packs directly from the home page for a more seamless learning experience.
2. Phrase Book Optimization: Added quick entry points for "Player" and "Translation Practice" on the details page. Selecting sentences is now easier by simply tapping the cards. Audio playback and recording experiences have also been improved.
3. Vocabulary Book: The total number of cards is now clearly displayed.
4. Update Notifications: Added a new version alert feature to keep you up-to-date (can be managed in Settings).
5. Fixed known issues and further improved system stability.
1.2.8 May 19
Thanks for using Tango! This update includes the following improvements:
- The session summary page is now displayed even if you exit a study session early.
- In translation practice, the "Skip" button has been changed to "I don't know" and will automatically mark the question as incorrect.
- Added options in "Today's Study" to filter for incorrect words only and to quickly review today's mistakes.
- The audio player now supports playing audio while loading, allowing you to listen without waiting for the full download to complete.
Fixed known issues and further improved system stability.
1.2.7 May 14
Thanks for using Tango! In this update:
Bug fixes and performance improvements to ensure system stability.
1.2.6 May 13
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes the following improvements:
- Added slow playback hints and error highlighting in sentence translation practice.
- Optimized the answer-checking algorithm for card translation practice.
- Added a sync button to the music player for a smoother interactive experience.
- The audio player now supports a one-tap restore from shuffle back to the original order.
- Fixed known issues and further improved system stability.
1.2.5 May 12
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes the following:
- The Vocabulary Book now supports "Walkman" audio playback.
- Added "Translation Practice" to the Phrasebook.
- Optimized the card display for "Today's Study".
- Fixed known bugs and further improved system stability.
1.2.4 May 8
Thanks for using Tango! Here’s what’s new in this update:
- New "Translation Practice": Now supports voice input! Easily practice your speaking and translation skills to make expressing yourself in Japanese more natural.
- Upgraded Card Preview: The card preview interface now features options to pin, favorite, delete, and generate example sentences with a single tap. Quick-favoriting cards is also supported.
- Smart Story Explanations: Answer explanations for stories are now intelligently generated based on your language preferences.
- "Quick Study" Button: Jump right in! A new button on the study home page automatically matches you with your personalized study course in one tap.
- Fixed some known bugs and further improved system stability.
1.2.3 Apr 27
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes the following:
- Improved the local caching logic for audio to ensure smoother loading and playback.
- Refined the visual layout of the Japanese song sharing posters, making your lyrics sharing more elegant.
- Added a quick-start Flashcard option in the Vocabulary Book and preview mode, making Japanese vocabulary memorization more efficient.
- Introduced multi-dimensional filtering by "Language" and "Difficulty" in the vocabulary library, helping you quickly locate the most suitable learning content for your current progress.
- Fixed known issues and further improved overall system stability.
1.2.2 Apr 23
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes the following improvements:
1. Offline Text-to-Speech (TTS) is here! Audio generation is now faster, letting you enjoy authentic Japanese pronunciation even in weak network environments.
2. Save sentences with a single tap! You can now easily bookmark beautiful example sentences from stories and Japanese songs. Add your favorite lines to your "Phrasebook" to review and savor at your own pace.
3. Optimized for weak networks! We've upgraded our account management system. You will now stay logged in even during network drops or when offline, ensuring a smooth, uninterrupted study experience wherever you are.
4. Optimized the interactive experience when using an Apple Pencil on iPad for smoother operation.
5. Fixed known bugs and made general improvements to further enhance system stability.
1.2.1 Apr 16
Thanks for using Tango! Here's what's included in this update:
- New Vocabulary Book! You can now save words from learning packs and the dictionary. Easily review and conquer those hard-to-remember words anytime.
- Japanese Song Context! Learn vocabulary through beautiful melodies, making memorizing words more engaging and fun.
- English Translations! Example sentences, stories, and Japanese songs now fully support English translations, making learning easier with multilingual references.
- Fixed known bugs and improved overall system stability for a smoother experience.
1.1.2 Apr 2
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes the following:
- New Poster Feature: You can now generate beautiful posters from your favorite sentences and stories.
- Account System Upgrade: Added a new login option using an email verification code.
- Enhanced Official Word Packs: Introduced new word packs with rich example sentences, and added difficulty level indicators on the word pack page.
- UI & iPad Optimization: Continuous improvements to the overall UI design and the iPad large-screen experience.
- Performance: Improved app launch speed.
1.1.1 Mar 26
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes:
- Automatic multi-device data sync! Seamlessly switch between your phone and tablet to keep your learning progress up to date
- New "Sentencebook" feature: save your favorite example sentences and play them all in one place
- Audio Player now supports "Shuffle" and can show or hide Furigana/translations based on your sentence settings
- Fully optimized the iPad large-screen experience and overall UI; upgraded the "Generate Story" interaction
- Fixed audio playback issues and settings page crashes; optimized card flipping logic to improve overall stability
1.1.0 Mar 19
Thanks for using Tango! In this update:
- Fixed a navigation issue where users could accidentally return to a finished flashcard session from the home screen.
- General improvements and user experience optimizations.
1.0.10 Mar 14
- [New] Added an "Undo" feature in flashcard learning. Accidentally tapped the wrong button? You can now easily revert to the previous card.
- [New] The final summary screen now displays your detailed answering statistics after each session.
- [Improved] Redesigned the visual style of the Story module for a more immersive reading experience.
- [Fixed] Resolved a critical crash-on-launch issue for certain iOS versions and fixed other known bugs.
1.0.9 Mar 10
Thank you for using Tango! This update includes:
- Improved network connectivity to reduce network errors and increase reliability.
- Fixed known issues and improved overall stability.
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