AnkiWeb addon 375742312
Generates contextual written explanations and spoken audio for target words in sentence cards using OpenAI models and selectable TTS engines, with one-click or batch processing.
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| Min Anki | Max Anki | Updated |
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| 2.1.45 | 2.1.66+ | 2025-10-07 |
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Generates AI content for selected flashcards using Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, or DeepSeek, saving custom-prompted resultsβdefinitions, translations, example sentencesβdirectly into chosen fields via your own API key.
Converts YouTube videos, playlists, or channels into translated vocabulary flashcards with optional text-to-speech or video audio, screenshots, rom
Generates AI-powered example sentences, explanations, collocations, and usage context for vocabulary, then turns that content into Anki notes via a floating window and context menu.
Autofills Anki card fields using ChatGPT or Claude via customizable prompts that reference field names, with saved prompts and batch filling across multiple selected cards.
Generates AI example sentences in a chosen target language plus English translations from each card's front field, then overwrites specified deck fields.
Automatically creates formatted vocabulary flashcards with Cambridge Dictionary definitions, examples, translations, pronunciation, and AI-generated mnemonics in multiple language pairs.
For support, email the developer at r@rayamjad.com.
AI Language Explainer is an Anki extension that allows you to mass-generate written and spoken definitions for target words in the context of sentence cards.
To understand why this is useful, watch this video here or read Matt's tweet on conceptual definitions here.
It accepts input fields (target word, sentence, definition) and outputs:
It uses OpenAI's API, so it requires you to bring your own OpenAI API Key. You can make an account here. Make sure you top up your account with at least $10 in credits.
It supports the following TTS Engines:
π§ Intelligent Explanations
π΅ High-Quality Audio Generation
βοΈ Flexible Configuration
π User Experience
Watching this video shows you how to set up the add-on.
You may find the sample deck here useful to see how I personally set up my Japanese language learning cards to be used with the extension.
Here's a prompt you can use for Japanese,
Write a short explanation of the word '{word}' in the context of the sentence: '{sentence}'.
Write an explanation that helps a Japanese native (who is around 13 years old) understand the word and how it is used in this context as an example. Phrase it as though you're explaining it to a friend.
Start with the core meaning of the word followed by an explanation of it in the particular sentence. For example, the core meaning of θγ is "act of obtaining information, whether by taking in sounds or asking questions to someone".
DO NOT's...
- You will be punished for using any English; use only simpler Japanese. Katana words are okay if native speakers use them.
- You will be severely punished for writing the furigana pronunciation for any kanji and words in brackets.
- You'll be punished for using euphemisms when explaining sexual things. Just explain it as it is.
- You will be punished for starting with introductory text such as γ¨γγθ¨θγη°‘εγ«θͺ¬ζγγγ, just dive straight into explaining after starting with the word. Ie, word, explanation
My cards keep failing to generate. Why?
This could be because:
I'm trying to generate definitions in a non-English language, but it keeps reverting to English / Japanese?
The audio failed to generate. Why?
The audio generation is taking too long with VoiceVox or AivisSpeech. Why?
Why do cards fail to generate in bulk after a few?
Hey, I'm Ray. I make videos on YouTube.
Generate AI-powered explanations for language learning with high-quality text-to-speech audio
This Anki add-on helps language learners understand vocabulary words in context by generating explanations of target words using OpenAI's models AND relevant audio.
Tools > AI Language Explainer > SettingsText Generation tabhttp://localhost:50021)http://127.0.0.1:10101)Edit > Batch Generate AI ExplanationsMy cards keep failing to generate. Why?
This could be because,
The audio did not generate. Why?
If you're using VoiceVox or AivisSpeech, you must ensure you have it running in the background.
If you're using ElevenLabs or OpenAI TTS then sure you have an internet connection.
Why cards fail to generate in bulk after a few cards. Why?
If you recently made an OpenAI Developer account then your rate limit will be low for the first few days. I'd recommend waiting a few days and only generating a few cards at a time.
Check these files in your add-on directory for detailed error information:
debug_log.txt - General operation logscrash_log.txt - System crash informationWant to learn more about effective language learning?
Check out Matt vs Japan's Immersion Dojo for advanced language learning theory and community support.
This project is open source. See the repository for license details.
Found a bug or have a feature request? Please open an issue on the GitHub repository.
Happy language learning! ππ