Fluency is not a fixed number, but coverage matters. The most frequent 1,000 words unlock a huge portion of daily conversation.
Looking for common words in Italian, common words in German, common words in French, or common words in Spanish? Start with the 1,000-word lists and build from there.
Common Words focuses on frequency so you spend your time on the words that show up constantly.
Use 1,000 words as a core mastery target, then expand with topic-specific vocabulary.
Common Words turns these principles into a simple daily practice. Start with 5 minutes and build toward 1,000 words.