SAT Vocabulary: How Important?

Hey everyone! With the SAT coming up, I wanted to know how important SAT vocab words are. Should I be actively studying them or just focus on other aspects of the test?

Hey! SAT vocabulary is not as important as it once was, but it's still a factor to consider. The current version of the SAT places less emphasis on obscure vocab words and more on understanding words in context, especially in the Reading and Writing sections. So, while you won't find many esoteric words on the test, improving your vocabulary can still be helpful.

Instead of memorizing long lists of words, I recommend focusing on understanding the nuanced meanings of words, which is more reflective of the test content. You can do this by:

1. Reading a variety of texts (articles, editorials, literary works) to encounter new words and gain a better grasp of language usage.

2. Practicing with SAT materials (official practice tests and resources) to familiarize yourself with the vocabulary typically seen on the test.

3. Using flashcards, online tools, or smartphone apps with SAT-specific vocab words to help reinforce learning and retaining new words.

Overall, it's important to focus on other aspects of the test as your top priority, such as comprehension skills, critical thinking, grammar, and math concepts, but improving your vocabulary can always be a beneficial supplement to your overall test preparation. Good luck!