Vocabulary: Strategies for Vocabulary Learning & Retention (B2) - Lesson 3: Unlocking Memory: Mnemonics & Memory Aids
Lesson 3: Unlocking Memory: Mnemonics & Memory Aids Creative Tricks to Remember Anything Some words are just difficult to remember, no matter how many times you review them. For these stubborn words, we need a special, creative tool. A mnemonic (pronounced /nəˈmɒnɪk/) is a memory aid or trick that helps you remember information by creating a unique association in your mind. Mnemonics can be funny, strange, or personal—the more memorable, the better! Key Vocabulary Mnemonic (noun) | វិធីសាស្ត្រចងចាំ A trick, such as a special phrase or a short poem, that you use to help you remember something. Association (noun) | ការផ្សារភ្ជាប់គំនិត A connection or relationship between ideas, feelings, or objects. To Visualize (verb) | ការបង្កើតរូបភាពក្នុងចិត្ត To form a picture of something in your mind. Types of Mnemonic Devices Let's explore some popular mnemonic techniques you can use. 1. Sound Association (The Keyword Method) Connect the sound of a new English word to a word you already know. Then, crea…