Vocabulary Teaching Methods
What is vocabulary?
Words and their meanings in a language.
What technique uses pictures to teach new words?
Visual aids.
What does “context” mean in vocabulary learning?
The situation or text in which a word appears.
Which game uses cards with words and definitions?
Flashcard game.
Why should students review new words regularly?
To remember them for a longer time.
What is the Direct Method?
: A method that teaches vocabulary through the target language without translation.
What technique uses body movements and actions to explain words?
TPR (Total Physical Response).
What are synonyms?
Words with similar meanings, such as “big” and “large.”
What game asks students to guess a word from clues?
Guessing game.
What is spaced repetition?
Reviewing words at increasing intervals over time.
What is the Grammar-Translation Method?
: A method that uses translation and grammar rules to teach language.
What technique helps students learn words by matching them with their meanings?
Matching activities.
What are antonyms?
Words with opposite meanings, such as “hot” and “cold.”
What is a word bingo game used for?
Recognizing and reviewing vocabulary words.
What is the difference between receptive and productive vocabulary?
Receptive vocabulary is understood when reading or listening; productive vocabulary is used in speaking or writing.
What is the Communicative Approach?
An approach that teaches vocabulary through meaningful communication.
What is a word map?
A diagram that connects a word with its meaning, examples, synonyms, and related words.
What is guessing meaning from context?
Using surrounding words and sentences to understand an unfamiliar word.
How does a vocabulary crossword help learners?
It reinforces spelling, meanings, and word recall.
What is formative assessment in vocabulary teaching?
Ongoing assessment that helps teachers monitor learning and give feedback.
Why should teachers combine different vocabulary teaching methods?
Because learners have different needs and learn words in different ways.
How can role-play help students learn vocabulary?
: It helps students use new words in realistic situations.
Why is teaching collocations important?
Because words often occur together in natural combinations, such as “make a decision.”
How can teachers adapt vocabulary games for mixed-ability classes?
By adjusting the difficulty, giving hints, and providing different levels of support.
How can a teacher check whether students can use vocabulary independently?
By asking them to use target words in their own sentences, conversations, or writing.