- Do I need to learn a new game to use Lingo cards?
- Will I actually learn anything while playing?
- Can I use them like flashcards too?
- Are Lingo decks good for travel?
- Are they a good gift?
- Where did the idea come from?
- Where do you ship?
- What if I don’t love my deck?
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Not at all! Each Lingo deck is a full set of 52 standard playing cards. That means you can play Poker, Rummy, Go Fish, Crazy Eights — or any card game you already know. The twist is that every card also teaches you a useful word or phrase.
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Yes! The secret is repetition through play. Every time you shuffle, deal, and play, you see and say the phrases again. Without even noticing, they start to stick — much more fun than memorizing a word list.
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Absolutely. Many players flip through their decks on a flight, train, or café stop as quick revision. Whether it’s solo study or group play, Lingo works the way you want.
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They’re the perfect travel companion. Each deck fits easily in your bag and teaches you 52 real-world phrases you’ll actually use on your trip. Pull them out in a hostel lounge, train ride, or airport bar — and you’ll be learning and laughing at the same time.
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100%! Lingo decks are one of those gifts that make people say “Wow, this is clever!” They’re stylishly packaged, fun to use, and perfect for travelers, language lovers, and the hard-to-shop-for friend. Bonus: they come gift-ready in our signature tins.
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Back in 2012, our founder Keaton was on a surf odyssey through Central America, trying to pick up Spanish on the fly. One day in the surf the idea hit: what if you could learn a language while playing cards? From that spark, the first Lingo deck was born. Fast forward to today, and Lingo is played in homes, bars, classrooms, and hostels all around the world.
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We ship (almost) worldwide! Orders are dispatched quickly from our USA and Australian warehouses.
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No stress. We offer a 30-day returns policy for peace of mind. But honestly, once you deal in, you’ll wonder how you ever traveled without them.