Idioms
Goal of this block
Understand Idioms, recognize it reliably, use it in realistic Japanese context, and retain it through active recall and spaced review.
N1 stage goal: Reach high-level reading, nuance, formal communication and independent Japanese study.
For “Idioms”, connect Japanese form, reading, meaning and use. Work with characters, words or complete sentences as appropriate, and gradually reduce reliance on romaji and English prompts.
Set the learning goal
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Set the learning goal”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Activate prior knowledge
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Activate prior knowledge”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Clarify key terms
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Clarify key terms”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Understand the core principle
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Understand the core principle”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Recognize the basic form
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Recognize the basic form”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Match form and meaning
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Match form and meaning”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Spot the first pattern
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Spot the first pattern”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Study a mini example
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Study a mini example”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Notice a key contrast
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Notice a key contrast”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Foundation checkpoint
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Foundation checkpoint”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Read examples carefully
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Read examples carefully”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Mark useful signals
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Mark useful signals”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Sort the building blocks
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Sort the building blocks”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Compare similar forms
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Compare similar forms”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Identify the target pattern
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Identify the target pattern”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Find the odd example
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Find the odd example”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Explain why it works
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Explain why it works”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Distinguish close alternatives
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Distinguish close alternatives”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Recognize it without hints
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Recognize it without hints”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Pattern checkpoint
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Pattern checkpoint”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Follow a worked example
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Follow a worked example”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Complete a guided example
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Complete a guided example”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Change one element
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Change one element”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Build from a model
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Build from a model”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Choose the correct form
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Choose the correct form”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Repair a simple error
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Repair a simple error”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Combine two elements
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Combine two elements”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Use a prompt
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Use a prompt”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Apply it in context
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Apply it in context”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Guided-practice checkpoint
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Guided-practice checkpoint”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Answer without notes
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Answer without notes”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Produce from a cue
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Produce from a cue”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Recall the rule
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Recall the rule”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Recall an example
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Recall an example”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Translate the idea into action
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Translate the idea into action”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Explain it aloud
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Explain it aloud”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Write from memory
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Write from memory”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Test recognition speed
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Test recognition speed”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Test production speed
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Test production speed”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Active-recall checkpoint
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Active-recall checkpoint”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Use it in an everyday situation
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Use it in an everyday situation”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Use it in a short dialogue
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Use it in a short dialogue”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Use it in a question
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Use it in a question”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Use it in an answer
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Use it in an answer”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Use it to solve a problem
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Use it to solve a problem”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Use it with a time reference
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Use it with a time reference”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Use it with a personal detail
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Use it with a personal detail”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Use it in a realistic message
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Use it in a realistic message”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Use it under light time pressure
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Use it under light time pressure”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Real-world checkpoint
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Real-world checkpoint”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Read or inspect more input
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Read or inspect more input”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Listen or simulate listening
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Listen or simulate listening”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Notice rhythm and chunks
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Notice rhythm and chunks”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Shadow or repeat aloud
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Shadow or repeat aloud”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Read faster without losing meaning
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Read faster without losing meaning”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Connect two examples
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Connect two examples”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Handle a longer example
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Handle a longer example”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Reduce dependence on translation
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Reduce dependence on translation”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Increase response speed
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Increase response speed”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Fluency checkpoint
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Fluency checkpoint”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Find the common mistake
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Find the common mistake”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Explain why it is wrong
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Explain why it is wrong”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Correct the mistake
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Correct the mistake”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Compare two confusing forms
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Compare two confusing forms”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Choose between close options
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Choose between close options”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Review a false friend or trap
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Review a false friend or trap”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Repair your own example
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Repair your own example”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Create an error card
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Create an error card”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Retest the weak point
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Retest the weak point”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Error-control checkpoint
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Error-control checkpoint”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Create your own example
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Create your own example”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Create a second variation
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Create a second variation”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Combine with earlier knowledge
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Combine with earlier knowledge”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Use it in a new topic
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Use it in a new topic”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Ask your own question
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Ask your own question”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Answer with more detail
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Answer with more detail”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Write a short mini-text
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Write a short mini-text”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Explain the idea to a learner
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Explain the idea to a learner”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Use it without a model
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Use it without a model”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Production checkpoint
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Production checkpoint”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Choose what deserves a card
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Choose what deserves a card”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Write a clear prompt
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Write a clear prompt”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Keep one main idea per card
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Keep one main idea per card”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Add useful context
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Add useful context”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Add audio when helpful
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Add audio when helpful”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Create recognition and production cues
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Create recognition and production cues”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Review difficult cards honestly
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Review difficult cards honestly”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Let spaced repetition set intervals
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Let spaced repetition set intervals”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Improve a weak card
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Improve a weak card”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
SRS checkpoint
Work on “Idioms” through the step “SRS checkpoint”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Summarize the block
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Summarize the block”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Recall five key points
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Recall five key points”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Complete a no-notes test
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Complete a no-notes test”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Explain the hardest contrast
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Explain the hardest contrast”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Produce a realistic example
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Produce a realistic example”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Review your error list
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Review your error list”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Retest delayed recall
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Retest delayed recall”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Connect to the next block
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Connect to the next block”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Set the next study target
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Set the next study target”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
Block mastery checkpoint
Work on “Idioms” through the step “Block mastery checkpoint”. Use at least three useful Japanese examples, identify the target form or meaning, and then produce or interpret one example without copying the model.
Active recall: Without looking back, recall the key idea from “Idioms” and produce one fresh Japanese example. If the answer is slow or uncertain, mark that exact point for spaced review.
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