HOW TO MEMORIZE VOCABULARY

Аннотация

Abstract: Vocabulary is a key element in learning a new language. However, remembering and using new vocabulary effectively poses a challenge for many learners. Difficulties arise due to various factors, including a limited vocabulary base for speaking or writing in English. This study investigates the challenges students face in memorizing English vocabulary and the reasons behind these difficulties. Using a descriptive qualitative method, data was collected through a questionnaire containing eight questions with multiple-choice options. The participants' responses were analyzed to determine the root causes of their struggles.The findings revealed that the most significant difficulty students experienced was understanding vocabulary but being unable to use it in practice, affecting 42.9% of respondents. Other prominent issues included taking too long to translate what they wanted to say (51.1%) and a lack of effort in applying new vocabulary during daily life (38.1%). The study identified the preferred solution as students writing down the meanings of new words on notes and reviewing them regularly, which 71.4% of respondents found effective.The research concluded that the major challenges stem from students' inability to express themselves despite understanding vocabulary, delays in translation, and insufficient effort to incorporate vocabulary into everyday use. Addressing these issues requires strategies like translating vocabulary, writing it down, and reviewing it consistently to improve retention and application.