WAYS TO LEARN NEW WORDS AS A LANGUAGE LEARNER
Keywords:
language learner, flashcards, Learn English website, Use spaced repetition, Dive deeper into etymology.Abstract
Ten strategies to help language learners remember and use new words in speech include linking words with meaningful contexts, learning in chunks and scripts, and using interactive videos, games and podcasts. Memorise words in context, use interactive captions, read short texts, use your inner voice, and visualise the meaning of words to help recall the meaning.
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