Why do language learning apps make you play the guessing game instead of teaching you?

Question

Is there some sort of science behind them doing it this way that allows you to learn faster?? I dont understand how you learn from guessing?

Treat me like I’m 5, please.

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Answer 1

Spaced repetition is the best way for second language acquisition, in terms of vocabulary.

Advertising companies spent no small sum in researching exactly how to make people remember their particular slogans and logos long term. In contrast to rote teaching where the class is talked at, passively absorbing the information, its far quicker.

What might seem painful is not knowing the answers, but forgetting is part of the process.