
Speak English with Tiffani Podcast
526 : Stop Memorizing English Vocabulary Lists
Sep 10, 2023
Discover why memorizing English vocabulary lists is ineffective. Learn alternative approaches for expanding your vocabulary and improving speaking skills. Hear a funny story about experiencing a food coma after a delicious meal. Find out about struggling to stay awake during meetings and a specific incident with the understanding boss.
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Quick takeaways
- Memorizing vocabulary lists without understanding their context makes it difficult to use the words effectively in real-life situations.
- Instead of memorizing long lists, it is more effective to learn related vocabulary words and actively use them to describe aspects of daily life for better retention and practical application.
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Context is crucial for vocabulary learning
One reason to stop memorizing vocabulary lists is the lack of context. Memorizing words without understanding their meaning and usage in context makes it difficult to effectively use them in real-life situations. Learning words in context, such as reading passages or articles and reviewing unfamiliar words afterward, helps to remember them better and use them accurately.
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