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German words that stick — one funny story at a time

WordStory teaches you real German vocabulary through hilarious mnemonic stories, intuitive swipes, and smart recall. Meaning, sound, and even der/die/das stick together. 1000+ words and counting — no account needed.

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Learning That Actually Sticks

Swipe to memorize

Swift Memorization

Flick right to master new words instantly. Our intuitive swipe gestures make learning feel like a game.

Review words

Smart Review

Not sure yet? Swipe left to revisit words later. Perfect your vocabulary at your own natural pace.

Mnemonic stories

Fun Mnemonic Stories

Every word gets a hilarious mini-story and illustration that bind its sound, meaning, and article into one memory.

Active recall

Smart Active Recall

Quizzes and review sessions resurface words at the perfect time to ensure they stick in your long-term memory.

Learning journey

Track Your Journey

Visualize your progress and celebrate milestones as you build your German vocabulary daily.

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Zero Friction Start

No account, no sign-up. Just open the app and start learning German immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is WordStory free?

Yes. You can start learning immediately with free lessons and no account required. Premium unlocks the full library of 1000+ words and counting.

Do I need to create an account?

No. WordStory has zero friction — just open the app and start learning German right away. Your progress is stored on your device.

Does WordStory teach der, die, das?

Yes. Every German noun is taught together with its article — it's baked into each word's mnemonic story, so you absorb the gender automatically instead of drilling tables.

How do the mnemonic stories work?

Each word comes with a short, funny mini-story that links its sound to its meaning — for example, sein sounds like sign. Vivid scenes and illustrations make vocabulary stick in long-term memory far better than rote repetition.

What level is WordStory for?

WordStory is perfect for beginners and intermediate learners (roughly A1–B1) who want to build a strong German vocabulary foundation.

Is there an Android version?

WordStory is currently available on iPhone and iPad, and runs on Macs with Apple silicon. An Android version may come later.