Today, I decided to try the “Context Clues” strategy to build my vocabulary. I focused on reading a short article and tried to figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words based on the sentences around them. For example, I came across the word “meticulous” and guessed it meant someone who pays great attention to detail because the sentence described how carefully the person arranged everything. Later, I checked the dictionary, and my guess was correct!
This strategy worked well for me because it made me think about the meaning of words without stopping too often to look them up. I also learned a few new words, such as meticulous, tedious, and innovation.
I plan to keep using context clues while reading because it helps me understand words naturally and remember them better.