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GENKI Vocab for 3rd Ed.

GENKI Vocab for 3rd Ed.

1200 Essential Japanese Words

18 ratings
121 reviews
#23 in paid Education
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$6.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 16, 2020
  • May 28, 2026

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The Japan Times Publishing, Ltd.
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Master over 1,200 essential Japanese words for beginners with this comprehensive vocabulary app. Study at your own pace with audio, illustrations, and self-checking quizzes. Efficiently focus on words you need to learn.

✓Learn 1,200+ essential Japanese words
✓Audio recordings by native speakers
✓Illustrations for better retention
✓Memorization and self-checking quizzes
✓Progressive removal of mastered words
✓Study, Check, and List modes
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of GENKI Vocab for 3rd Ed.. Based on 18 reviews and a 2.6/5 average, it highlights the 7 positives and 11 negatives reviewers mention most about this Education app.

Positive things

  • 📚Aligns well with Genki textbook curriculum
  • 🎤Native speaker audio pronunciation
  • 📝Example sentences with context
  • ⏱️Saves time vs. creating flashcards manually
  • 🎯Simple and focused vocabulary tool
  • 📊Tracks study progress separately
  • 🔄Scrambled card order for variety

Negative things

  • 🔊Audio frequently doesn't work or is unreliable
  • 💰Expensive price point ($5-6+)
  • 🐛Numerous UI bugs and glitches
  • ❌No spaced repetition system
  • 🔄Limited review functionality for marked words
  • 📱Crashes when reaching end of lessons
  • 🎯Bare-bones feature set
  • 🔇Audio tied to silent mode (unintuitive)
  • 📖Text cuts off on example sentences
  • 🖥️Desktop version non-functional
  • ⚠️Some pronunciation errors in audio
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What's New in GENKI Vocab for 3rd Ed.

2.0

May 28, 2026

Fixed layout issues on certain devices.

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This app dropped -1 position in Education chart.

Last updated on July 22, 2026.

User reviews

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No good

Just got it and the sound does not work!! What a waste of my money.
ShaMeghaShaMegha

Crashes constantly!

I have no idea if this is worth it or not. I paid for it but it crashes every time I open it. Very frustrating. And these are not the words you find in the textbook. So I'm disappointed. Bad purchase on my part. Don't do this to yourself!
KijahniKijahni

Audio works on iPhone 16 Pro

Audio works on iPhone 16 Pro
JoeAAJoeAA

Sound Doesn’t Work

I have reinstalled the app repeatedly and the sound does not work. It only worked the first time I used it.
Cam0147Cam0147

sound is not working in the app

sound is not working
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Reported Bugs

10 issues

Audio doesn't work or cuts out intermittently

Bug

App crashes when reaching final card in lesson

Bug

Text missing or cut off on example sentences

Bug

Swiping to view sentences doesn't work reliably

Bug

Cards auto-flip back when trying to view other side

Bug

App incompatible with iOS 17

Bug

Desktop version shows no words in flashcards

Bug

Sound only works when phone not in silent mode

Bug

UI glitches requiring multiple attempts to navigate

Bug

App crashes on iPad

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Requested Features

11 requests

Spaced repetition (SRS) system

Feature

Typing/input practice feature

Feature

Tap-to-play audio functionality

Feature

Ability to study bookmarked words in flashcard mode

Feature

Free or discounted pricing with textbook purchase

Feature

Kanji stroke order animations

Feature

Aggregated sentence list for listening practice

Feature

Session persistence (save progress between sessions)

Feature

Phone speaker audio support (not just headphones)

Feature

Actual testing/verification instead of honor system

Feature

Android feature parity (sentence examples)

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FAQ

What does GENKI Vocab for 3rd Ed. do?

This app helps users learn over 1,200 essential Japanese words for beginners. It is designed to complement the 3rd edition of the popular GENKI textbook series. The app offers various study methods to facilitate vocabulary acquisition at the user's own pace.

What are the key features of this Japanese vocabulary app?

Key features include the ability to view words, meanings, and example sentences, listen to native speaker audio recordings, and utilize fun illustrations for better memory retention. It also offers a self-checking system to track mastery and efficiently removes learned words from study sets.

How much does GENKI Vocab for 3rd Ed. cost?

This application is a paid app. There are no advertisements or in-app purchases mentioned, indicating a one-time purchase for full access to its features and content.

What is the best way to use this app for learning Japanese?

The app offers three main modes: Study, Check, and List. Users can study words with audio and illustrations, test their understanding in the Check mode, and review progress in the List mode. Repeating the memorization and self-checking process is recommended for firm mastery.

Is this app compatible with my device?

The description specifically mentions it is the 'official iPhone app'. Therefore, it is designed for use on iPhones. Users should ensure their device meets any specific iOS version requirements for optimal performance.