We’ve all been there: you’re in the middle of a great conversation, you know exactly what you want to say, but you’re missing that one specific word. It’s frustrating, right? Many learners think the solution is to memorize a dictionary. Spoiler alert: It isn’t. If you want to grow your vocabulary quickly and—more importantly—actually remember what you learn, you need a strategy. Here is how to build your English vocabulary fast without burning out. 1. Stop Learning Random Words The biggest mistake students make is learning words they will never use. Why memorize the word “archaeologist” if you only ever talk about “software engineering”? The Strategy: Focus on your “Personal…