JCERJournal of Contemporary Educational Research2208-84662208-8474Bio-Byword Scientific Publishing Pty. Ltd.10.26689/jcer.v9i5.10172ArticleOptimizing Vocabulary Acquisition for Chinese Students in Rural-Urban Fringe Areas through Learning Strategieshttps://artdesignp.com/journal/JCER/9/5/10.26689/jcer.v9i5.10172ChengWeiwei2025952025-06-05The interplay of academic atmosphere, learning motivation, and strategies inherently influences English learning. Effective vocabulary acquisition strategies significantly influence the achievements of English acquisition. Vocabulary mastery, a cornerstone of middle school English education, raises a critical question: How can vocabulary strategies optimize students’ memory, understanding, and vocabulary application? This article elaborates on the importance and characteristics of vocabulary learning in Chinese junior high schools, analyzes definitions and theories of learning strategies, and proposes specific vocabulary approaches tailored to junior high school students in rural-urban fringe areas.

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