SDLC 105 - Learning Journal #8

[Dalila Softic]

So far, I have learned maybe around 500-700 words in my language. Maybe more, I'm not quite sure. However, I have reached the level where I can usually contextualize unfamiliar words with the words around them, which was quite a big step for me. I learned them mostly by learning first through themes (weather, food, sports, etc.) and then by reading. Reading was a big step because it takes constant reading to feel an impact but the impact can be seen after a few reading. Furthermore, reading is helpful because it shows you what verbs are typically used with which nouns and vice versa. Similar to English, Korean has it's own patterns and rhythms, which are not revealed to you by studying just basic vocabulary lists. Furthermore, I have studied by learning phrases and complete sentences. I feel that my acquisition of vocab is far behind my understanding of grammar so I still have room for improvement. The most important part of vocabulary is memorization and utilization but lately I have been slacking on both by simply compiling lists of words without reviewing them or using them.