Select useful expressions
Prefer phrases that carry meaning in many situations. A useful expression is more valuable than an isolated rare noun.
- Keep the original sentence.
- Record pinyin and meaning.
- Limit each session to a manageable set.
Recall before rereading
Try to produce the meaning before revealing it. That small effort strengthens memory more than passive rereading.
Return to the scene
Watch the moment again and notice how tone and context shape the phrase.