Just came across this technique - which I have had been using since I was a young teenager in the sixties, starting with Reader's Digest - in my newsfeeds:

Sentence mining for English Learning.

If you’re not familiar with the technique, it involves learning languages by collecting, saving, and reviewing sentences.

In a nut shell, it's a form of compressed immersion, as I would call it!

Why is it so effective?

- It helps you create mental associations with language you already know

- It exposes you to the vocabulary in different contexts

- It helps you learn nuanced vocabulary depending on context

In short, sentence mining helps you master words faster than trying to memorize word lists.

Here’s the quick-start method:

- Find a resource with a steady supply of accurate sentences

- Select simple sentences that demonstrate the word’s meaning

- Save those sentences in your notebook or flashcards

- Periodically review;

It's a very good technique, not just for language learning alone, but for building one's ideas bank!