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mnemonic

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Adj — Helping someone remember something, especially a pattern of letters, words, or ideas.

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How to use mnemonic

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a mnemonic device use a mnemonic

Etymology

Borrowed from Ancient Greek "mnēmonikós" ("of memory"), from "mnḗmōn" ("mindful"), ultimately from a root meaning "to think" or "to remember."

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What does “mnemonic” mean?

The word “mnemonic” means helping someone remember something, especially a pattern of letters, words, or ideas. In plain terms, a trick, rhyme, or pattern that helps you remember something more easily.

How do you pronounce “mnemonic”?

“Mnemonic” is pronounced nih-MO-nihk (/nəˈmɑnɪk/ in IPA).

How do you use “mnemonic” in a sentence?

Here is “mnemonic” used in a sentence: “She used a mnemonic rhyme to remember the planets in order.”

What part of speech is “mnemonic”?

Depending on how it is used, “mnemonic” can be an adjective and a noun.

Where does the word “mnemonic” come from?

The word “mnemonic” comes from Ancient Greek. Borrowed from Ancient Greek "mnēmonikós" ("of memory"), from "mnḗmōn" ("mindful"), ultimately from a root meaning "to think" or "to remember.".

How many meanings does “mnemonic” have?

“Mnemonic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: helping someone remember something, especially a pattern of letters, words, or ideas.

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