II. Definition and Classification of Vocabulary Learning Strategies

2.1 Definition of Vocabulary Learning Strategies 

    Vocabulary learning strategies refer to the basic means to learn English words. It is a method of learning and memorizing English words. Learning words through these methods, language learners can fully understand, master, use these words. An often-quoted definition is given by Richards, vocabulary learning strategies are intentional behaviors and thought that learners make use of during learning in order to better help them understand, learn or remember new information. In addition, Cohen defines vocabulary learning strategies as learning processes which are consciously selected by the learners either to improve the learning of a second language or the use of it (7).