Words to remember
A memory test: read a list of words, then type from memory the ones you remember.
List size
You read 8 words for 20 seconds, then type from memory all the ones you remember, in any order.
To remember numbers rather than words: the digit span game on Calculer de tête (in French).
A free recall test: how many words do you remember?
Words to remember is a free memory test: you read a list of 8, 12 or 16 words for 2.5 seconds per word, then type from memory all the ones you remember, in any order.
It is a free recall exercise: no clue is given, so you have to retrieve each word yourself. The game accepts plurals, ignores accents and capital letters, and tolerates a one-letter mistake on words of six letters or more. The best score for each list size is kept in your browser, with no account.
How to play
- Choose the list size: 8 words in 20 seconds, 12 words in 30 seconds or 16 words in 40 seconds.
- Read the words shown during the time allowed, or move on to typing as soon as you feel ready.
- Type from memory the words you remember, separated by a space, a comma or a new line.
- Check to see the words found, the forgotten ones and the extra words, then play again with a new list.
Frequently asked questions
- How many words do I have to remember?
- It depends on the list you choose: 8, 12 or 16 words, with 20, 30 or 40 seconds to read them, which is 2.5 seconds per word. Each game draws a new list at random.
- Do I need an account to play?
- No. The test is free and needs no account. The best score for each list size is kept in your browser, with no sign-up.
- Do accents, capital letters and plurals matter?
- No. Accents and capital letters are ignored, a plural is accepted and a one-letter mistake is tolerated on words of six letters or more. The order in which you type the words does not matter.
- How can I remember more words?
- Linking the words together with a short story or with images can help you remember more of them. These techniques, including the method of loci, are explained in our guide to memorisation techniques.