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How to Memorize German Vocabulary ... Using a Memory Palace Specifically Designed for the German Language
If you'd like to improve your ability to learn the German language by as much as 100%, 200%, even 300% (or more) … using simple memory techniques that you can learn in 15-20 minutes (or less), then this may be the most important book you will ever read.
Believe it or not, it doesn't matter if you have a good memory or not.
The information in this eBook will teach you:
• Why memory is like a bicycle everyone can ride (with some minor personal adjustments).
• The real reason why no one should ever be squeamish about memorization or learning a language.
• Why and how some of the most famous memory skills are applicable to learning any language, especially German.
• How to create a 26 “letter location” memory system based on the alphabet English speakers share with the Germans.
• Unique techniques that will have you literally “tuning in” on the German language.
• How to separate German words in the most effective manner for memorization.
• A simple strategy for memorizing the male, neuter and feminine genders (a process that some people consider the ultimate nightmare of language learning.)
• Two secret ways to use relaxation to aid the memorization process. These two methods alone are worth the price of this book because they will literally eliminate stress from your body as you work on learning German.
• And much, much more …
These techniques have been used by real language learners, most of whom previously considered themselves owners of a “bad memory” to make real strides in acquiring German.
Don’t worry! None of these techniques are rocket science.
Frankly, if you can memorize a short email address or the name of a movie, then you can use this system to memorize a language as rich and diverse as German.
Plus, everything you’ll learn in this book applies to every other language that shares the same alphabet with English. And with a little imagination, the ideas are easily transferable to other alphabet systems.
But there’s really no time to lose.
Every day that you are not using this simple vocabulary memorization system, you are literally stealing from yourself the joy of reading, speaking and knowing German as you easily expand the natural abilities of your mind.
Believe it or not, it doesn't matter if you have a good memory or not.
The information in this eBook will teach you:
• Why memory is like a bicycle everyone can ride (with some minor personal adjustments).
• The real reason why no one should ever be squeamish about memorization or learning a language.
• Why and how some of the most famous memory skills are applicable to learning any language, especially German.
• How to create a 26 “letter location” memory system based on the alphabet English speakers share with the Germans.
• Unique techniques that will have you literally “tuning in” on the German language.
• How to separate German words in the most effective manner for memorization.
• A simple strategy for memorizing the male, neuter and feminine genders (a process that some people consider the ultimate nightmare of language learning.)
• Two secret ways to use relaxation to aid the memorization process. These two methods alone are worth the price of this book because they will literally eliminate stress from your body as you work on learning German.
• And much, much more …
These techniques have been used by real language learners, most of whom previously considered themselves owners of a “bad memory” to make real strides in acquiring German.
Don’t worry! None of these techniques are rocket science.
Frankly, if you can memorize a short email address or the name of a movie, then you can use this system to memorize a language as rich and diverse as German.
Plus, everything you’ll learn in this book applies to every other language that shares the same alphabet with English. And with a little imagination, the ideas are easily transferable to other alphabet systems.
But there’s really no time to lose.
Every day that you are not using this simple vocabulary memorization system, you are literally stealing from yourself the joy of reading, speaking and knowing German as you easily expand the natural abilities of your mind.
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96 pages, Paperback
First published August 25, 2012
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About the author
Anthony Metivier
65 books122 followersAnthony Metivier is a Canadian author and Memory trainer. His approach to mnemonics, known as the Magnetic Memory Method, has introduced several new innovations to the art of memory. Influenced by memory skills innovators like Harry Lorayne and Tony Buzan, Metivier is a promoter of mental literacy.
Born in Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Metivier grew up in Kamloops. He completed first a BA and MA in English Literature before completing an MA in Media and Communications at the European Graduate School. Later, he completed a PhD and became the first person to hold a Doctorate in Humanities from York University.
From 2009-2011, Metivier taught Film Studies in the Art History Department of the University of Saarland partly under the auspices of a Mercator research grant for the project, Elective Affinities: Studien zu filmischen Adaptionen von Romanen und Erzhlungen mit Kunstbezug.
Born in Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Metivier grew up in Kamloops. He completed first a BA and MA in English Literature before completing an MA in Media and Communications at the European Graduate School. Later, he completed a PhD and became the first person to hold a Doctorate in Humanities from York University.
From 2009-2011, Metivier taught Film Studies in the Art History Department of the University of Saarland partly under the auspices of a Mercator research grant for the project, Elective Affinities: Studien zu filmischen Adaptionen von Romanen und Erzhlungen mit Kunstbezug.
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February 5, 2017
Rough, inconsistent, and somewhat outputting
Mr. Metivier' s enthusiasm for his subject is obvious. But, and this is a very big BUT, if he wishes converts to his method, he badly needs a good editor. This book was not ready for publication, and it looked to this reader to be of the "first draft- last draft" variety. This very brief book, which does have some helpful content, is riddled with spelling and grammar errors. For example, the author makes much of the memorization of the sequence of a deck of cards. Several times the printer used "suite" for a "suit" of cards, and then switched to the correct spelling later. Grammar errors appear with jarring frequency.
I like the ideas contained in the book, if not the implementation, which demonstrates that we all have minds that work differently.
Mr. Metivier' s enthusiasm for his subject is obvious. But, and this is a very big BUT, if he wishes converts to his method, he badly needs a good editor. This book was not ready for publication, and it looked to this reader to be of the "first draft- last draft" variety. This very brief book, which does have some helpful content, is riddled with spelling and grammar errors. For example, the author makes much of the memorization of the sequence of a deck of cards. Several times the printer used "suite" for a "suit" of cards, and then switched to the correct spelling later. Grammar errors appear with jarring frequency.
I like the ideas contained in the book, if not the implementation, which demonstrates that we all have minds that work differently.
August 21, 2018
Interesting technique but definitely not for memorising vocabulary in a linear fashion. It would take ages and by the time you set up ALL the locations for your memory palace, you would have learned about 2000 words, enough to hold a conversation. So what's the point?
October 28, 2013
This was a quick but fabulous read. I'm not learning German at the moment, I bought the book to assist me with recalling vocabulary for Australian Aboriginal languages. I've just implemented Anthony Metivier's system and it WORKS! You have to put in the effort to define your 'memory palaces' and the stations within them, but once you do this, you'll find you learn vocabulary at a crazy rate! The book is a bargain if you're reading in on Kindle - however there are a few formatting errors and typos which need to be fixed. Get it if you want to learn language - any language.
April 6, 2013
Good, quick read. Haven't put the suggestions into practice yet, but I'm hopeful. The whole memory palace idea combined with learning a language is definitely intriguing.
October 4, 2024
*How to Learn and Memorize German Vocabulary* by Anthony Metivier offers a strategic and efficient approach to mastering German vocabulary using the Magnetic Memory Method, a technique designed to improve recall through mental associations. Metivier’s book focuses on providing a clear and actionable framework to help learners not only memorize but also retain a large amount of vocabulary, making it especially useful for students and language enthusiasts.
The book walks you through creating memory palaces—an ancient technique that leverages spatial memory to help you mentally organize and recall information. Metivier simplifies this process by showing how anyone can create their own memory palaces and use them to store German words and phrases. He emphasizes visualization and association techniques, where you link unfamiliar German words with familiar, memorable images, enhancing your ability to recall the words when needed.
One of the strengths of this book is its practicality. Instead of traditional rote memorization, Metivier’s method encourages creativity and makes learning more engaging. The step-by-step guides and examples make it easy for readers to get started, even if they are completely new to mnemonic techniques.
While the book is tailored to German learners, the methods can be adapted to learning any language or even non-language-related topics. However, it might feel somewhat repetitive for advanced learners or those already familiar with memory techniques.
In conclusion, *How to Learn and Memorize German Vocabulary* is a valuable resource for anyone struggling with vocabulary retention, especially those looking for innovative and lasting ways to learn German. It’s a practical, well-structured guide for beginners and intermediate learners who want to accelerate their language learning journey.
August 14, 2017
I liked the idea of the book. The main idea of the book can be summed up in a blog post, it took me less than an hour to skim the important ideas, the book sways away from the main idea couple of times, covering relaxation and meditation ideas which is just a huge distraction. As far as my reading, I didn't find anything quite useful in particular for German learning, except a neat idea to remember gender of the nouns in German and some open ideas on remembering the conjugation, which I'd have to solidify even better creatively. The books prepares the reader to explore their comfort zone with the technique mentioned.
The book is an elaborate version of the a youtube video Anthony has. I'd recommend the book if you need a systematic approach with lot of online goodies like worksheets and notes. In fact, even I am making some worksheet based on my own ideas, after looking at those worksheets.
But.. don't read the book assuming after completion you'd be able to remember things like never before. The book changes the way we access information from our memory, which is extremely easier to recall with little hint of creativity.
The book is an elaborate version of the a youtube video Anthony has. I'd recommend the book if you need a systematic approach with lot of online goodies like worksheets and notes. In fact, even I am making some worksheet based on my own ideas, after looking at those worksheets.
But.. don't read the book assuming after completion you'd be able to remember things like never before. The book changes the way we access information from our memory, which is extremely easier to recall with little hint of creativity.
March 28, 2020
Twenty-six locations with 10 stations or more each? Simply not applicable.
Also, the author spends too much time talking about memorizing a deck of cards. This was supposed to be a book about memorizing German vocabulary.
The text of the book needed editing before publication
Also, the author spends too much time talking about memorizing a deck of cards. This was supposed to be a book about memorizing German vocabulary.
The text of the book needed editing before publication
June 8, 2020
Loved the method of Loci put to use and how the author carefully guides the reader to learning a new language.
A book that I will revisit multiple times.
P.s. - Appreciate the further reading links.
A book that I will revisit multiple times.
P.s. - Appreciate the further reading links.
March 31, 2018
Has nothing to do with the language. Whole book is just wishful thinking.
April 14, 2019
totally amazing
Very well elaborated and scientifically supported. Many thanks yo the author, I wish i could find such a summary in the beginning of my language learning process.
Very well elaborated and scientifically supported. Many thanks yo the author, I wish i could find such a summary in the beginning of my language learning process.
September 13, 2024
This man yaps to much
March 20, 2024
Memory palace work- and visualization memory techniques- can be a valuable way to improve your memory recall about specific topics. Metivier writes a simple book to introduce readers to palace work with focus on German vocabulary. This book goes well with Google Images to see items, especially good for culture-specific items.
Would recommend, would most desire a 2nd edition. Metivier, hit me up.
Would recommend, would most desire a 2nd edition. Metivier, hit me up.
January 24, 2014
Use the memory palace technique (see "Moonwalking with Einstein") to remember vocabulary for a foreign language. For those not familiar, the memory palace is a method for memorizing things that involves imagining a ridiculous image (like Mr T sitting in a hot tub full of blood) in a place you know well (like your kitchen) and associating that with something you want to remember.
It sounds ridiculous; and when I read about it in Moonwalking with Einstein I didn't see the point, since it was all parlor tricks like memorizing decks of cards or random pages in the phonebook. But I tried it for a few German words I was having trouble remembering by route memorization, and wow, it really does work.
Can be used with any language, not just German, but the author gives many examples for using memory palace techniques to learn German vocabulary for English speakers.
It sounds ridiculous; and when I read about it in Moonwalking with Einstein I didn't see the point, since it was all parlor tricks like memorizing decks of cards or random pages in the phonebook. But I tried it for a few German words I was having trouble remembering by route memorization, and wow, it really does work.
Can be used with any language, not just German, but the author gives many examples for using memory palace techniques to learn German vocabulary for English speakers.
July 26, 2014
Useful additional material to help learn how to use a memory palace in language learning. I'm currently taking an online course with the author and found this a v helpful supplement. I'm not sure hoe much you'd get out of the book on its own - I was reading it as part of an immersion in a whole new learning system (a system I'd thoroughly recommend).
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