What techniques do you use to memorize words in a new language?

[True2marie]

Memorization is key to learning any language. When you attempt to acquire a new one, what technique do you use to retain words?  For me, I write them down.  This act helps me learn the words more quickly.

[Alrikidokie]

I write things down too! Flashcards also work really well for me too especially the ones you can make online and then play match games and such with them.

[xxxxxx]

My techniques in learning a new language is that every new words and phrases that I see or hear either in a book, language video tutorials, television dramas I write it down in my notebook and then everyday I read it again and again after I wake up in the morning while my mind is still fresh after a night sleep. This makes it easier for me for better absorption in my brain.

[pandandesign]

I usually write down the words, then find the meaning of it. I write the words repeatly at least 8 to 10 times until I'm able to learn and memorize them. I usually write a pronunciation next to the word, which helps me to learn how to say the word.

[Dieselfit]

Practice, practice, practice. I use them in every way so I have it built into my head. If I don't practice them and in multiple ways, I will easily forget them. I think this is a great way to really learn things as if they are not practiced then they may be easily forgotten..

[PSLoveCharli]

The issue with me is not the memorization. I can memorize fine at a normal pace. It's the pronunciation that I have a problem with. The apps that I use provide correct pronunciation, but sometimes when I say the words, they come out differently. It's getting better though!

[Baburra]

Flash cards are the way to go, in my opinion. Also, word association helps the process along further, but it isn't always applicable to every foreign word. I use it whenever the chance presents itself, though, because learning a new language is a pretty big task so I'll take all the help I can get.

[mareebaybay]

The only technique I use to memorize words is practice. I mean practice makes perfect and I am a fan of that saying, because I think the harder you practice at something the better you will get over time.