I feel that you have to know your learning style. So Singapore is a multiracial country. Whenever I want to learn a Malay word from my students, I will get one of them to write it down. Once I see the spelling, I will internalise how to say it. I am blessed that I am thick-skinned, so I am the kind who will find an opportunity to apply the word I have learnt. Usually people are flattered and amazed that I know such a word. This small win makes me want to learn another word to impress them.
I also find that learning to say funny things helps. For example, I tell my students put your kaki gemok under your desk. Kaki gemok means fat leg. 🦵 Never fails to make people laugh whenever I use it
I feel that you have to know your learning style. So Singapore is a multiracial country. Whenever I want to learn a Malay word from my students, I will get one of them to write it down. Once I see the spelling, I will internalise how to say it. I am blessed that I am thick-skinned, so I am the kind who will find an opportunity to apply the word I have learnt. Usually people are flattered and amazed that I know such a word. This small win makes me want to learn another word to impress them.
I also find that learning to say funny things helps. For example, I tell my students put your kaki gemok under your desk. Kaki gemok means fat leg. 🦵 Never fails to make people laugh whenever I use it