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recite

/ɹɪˈsaɪt/

Meanings
  • Verb

    To repeat or say words, lines, or passages from memory, often aloud or to oneself.

    - "She recited her poem at the poetry recital."
    - "He asked me to recite the multiplication table."

Synonyms

tabulate , declaim , go through , spout
Rhymes
Words rhyming with recite
cite , bite , pite , fite , ite
Variants
List of all variants of recite that leads to same result
recite , recited , reciter , reciters , recites , reciting
Etymology
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From Old French 'reciter' meaning 'to repeat'.


Trivia
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  1. Reciting was an essential skill for medieval scholars, who would memorize entire texts, such as the Bible or classical works, by heart.

  2. Reciting poetry was a popular pastime in the Victorian era, and people would gather to listen to each other recite their favorite poems.

  3. Reciting is also an important skill for actors, who must memorize their lines for performances.


Related Concepts
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  1. Memorization: The process of committing information to memory through various techniques, such as repetition, visualization, and association.

  2. Poetry: A form of literary art that uses language to evoke emotions, express ideas, and create meaningful imagery.


Culture
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Reciting has been a significant part of various cultures and traditions, such as religious rituals, poetry readings, and public speaking events.

How to Memorize "recite"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the words or passages you need to recite. Break them down into smaller parts if necessary.
    - Create mental images or associations to help remember the sequence and meaning of the words.

  2. associate

    - Associate the words or passages you need to recite with something familiar or memorable.
    - Create a story or scenario that connects the words or passages in a meaningful way.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use acronyms, rhymes, or other memory aids to help remember the words or passages.
    - Create a mental image or association for each word or passage to help remember its meaning and sequence.


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