How to Learn New French Vocabulary Faster

Learning new words in French can feel overwhelming at times. But, don't worry, French Maven has got you covered. With the following strategies, you can stick words in your memory and recall them easily while speaking or writing. Here are some tried and tested tips:

1. Flashcards (Physical or Digital)

   Flashcards are an excellent way to practice and review vocabulary. Apps like WordTheme and Quizlet let you revise on the go, track your progress and use spaced repetition to ensure long-term memory.

2. Frame Your Own Sentences

   Don't just memorise a long list of words. Try to use them in a sentence that is meaningful to you. For example: instead of just learning "le chat" (the cat), write "le chat est noir."(the cat is black)

3. Connect Words with Images

   Visual associations are powerful. For example, if you're learning "la pomme" (the apple), try to imagine eating an apple or draw a small doodle. Connecting a word with an image boosts its recall value.

   

4. Group Words by Theme Using Flowcharts

   Instead of memorising random lists, organise words into themes and create a flowchart. This way your brain can easily make connections and remember vocabulary faster.
   

   

   Flowchart for learning French vocabulary related to Family

5. Use Mnemonics

   Create funny or creative memory tricks. For example: to remember "le chien" (the dog), imagine a dog wearing shiny chains (sounds like chien)

Start small, try different techniques to identify what works best for you and watch your vocabulary grow faster than you imagined!

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