Mnemonically: meaning, definitions and examples
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mnemonically
[ nɪˈmɒnɪkli ]
memory aid
The term 'mnemonically' refers to the manner in which something is done to aid memory retention. This often involves using strategies or techniques that improve memory recall, such as acronyms, visualization, or rhymes. When someone learns mnemonically, they are employing a method that facilitates remembering information in a more organized and efficient way. It is often used in educational settings to help students remember complex information or lists.
Synonyms
memorization technique, memory aid, reminder method
Examples of usage
- She studied mnemonically to prepare for her exams.
- The teacher encouraged students to learn mnemonically for better retention.
- He organized his notes mnemonically to aid in memorization.
- Using mnemonically designed tools, she could easily remember the order of operations.
Translations
Translations of the word "mnemonically" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mnemotécnicamente
🇮🇳 स्मृति से
🇩🇪 mnemonisch
🇮🇩 secara mnemonik
🇺🇦 мнемонічно
🇵🇱 mnemonicznie
🇯🇵 記憶法的に
🇫🇷 mnémotechniquement
🇪🇸 mnemotécnicamente
🇹🇷 mnemonik olarak
🇰🇷 기억법적으로
🇸🇦 بشكل mnemonically
🇨🇿 mnemotechnicky
🇸🇰 mnemotechnicky
🇨🇳 记忆法地
🇸🇮 mnemotehnično
🇮🇸 mnemonískt
🇰🇿 мнемоникалық
🇬🇪 მნემონურად
🇦🇿 mnemonik olaraq
🇲🇽 mnemotécnicamente
Etymology
The word 'mnemonic' comes from the Greek word 'mnemonikos', which means 'pertaining to memory'. It is derived from 'mnēmē', meaning 'memory'. The concept has roots in ancient practices where various techniques were employed to enhance memory, such as the use of visual imagery, associations, and structured lists. The Greeks developed extensive mnemonic devices to aid in the retention and recall of oratory works. Over time, these techniques have evolved and are now widely used in educational contexts, particularly for subjects that require memorization of complex information, such as language learning or science. The adverbial form 'mnemonically' became widely utilized in the 20th century as these techniques and strategies became more formally recognized and researched within educational psychology.