Exercises. Speed reading of complex words

Speed reading is a valuable skill that allows us to process information quickly and efficiently. However, when we encounter complex words, this skill can be put to the test.

In this session, we will explore a series of exercises designed to improve speed reading of complex words. These exercises will help us expand our vocabulary, increase our comprehension, and hone our ability to read fluently and accurately.

Importance of speed reading of complex words: Speed reading of complex words is essential in different areas of our lives, both academic and professional. It allows us to quickly process technical, scientific or specialized texts, and gives us an advantage in acquiring knowledge and understanding complex concepts. In addition, it improves our written and oral communication, as it familiarizes us with a wide vocabulary and gives us greater confidence in expressing ourselves.

Knowledge of roots and prefixes: A useful exercise to improve speed reading of complex words is the knowledge of roots and prefixes. Many complex words are composed of roots and prefixes that give them meaning. By becoming familiar with these structures, we can deduce the meaning of new words and read them more fluently. For example, if we know the prefix "re-" and the root "build", we can infer that the word "reconstruction" refers to the action of building something again.

Decomposing and grouping syllables: Another effective exercise is to break down and group the syllables of complex words when reading. Breaking a word into syllables helps us process it more quickly and facilitates the identification of phonetic patterns. In addition, grouping syllables allows us to read complex words as a whole, rather than focusing on each letter individually. This technique helps us improve speed and fluency in reading complex words.

Practice with frequently used words: To develop our ability to speed-read complex words, it is helpful to practice with words that we encounter most frequently in texts. These words, often related to technical or scientific terms, may be challenging at first. However, by practicing reading them and becoming familiar with their pronunciation, we can increase our speed and accuracy when reading specialized texts.

Group and timed reading: A dynamic and motivating exercise is to do group and timed reading. By reading in groups, we can exchange complex words and challenge each other to read them quickly and accurately. Friendly competition drives us to improve our reading speed and gives us instant feedback. In addition, timed reading allows us to set goals and measure our progress over time.

Use of digital resources and apps: In the digital age, there are resources and apps available that can help us improve our speed reading of complex words. These tools offer interactive exercises, word recognition activities and visual training techniques. By using these platforms, we can practice anytime, anywhere, making it easier to incorporate speed reading into our daily routine.

Active reading and contextual comprehension: Speed reading complex words is not only about reading quickly, but also about understanding the context in which they are used. It is important to read actively, paying attention to main ideas and key words that will help us deduce the meaning of unknown words. By developing our contextual reading skills, we can improve our overall comprehension of complex texts.