Gedächtnisvermögen

memory capacity

noun ge-DAEKHT-nis-fer-moe-gen Rare

Also means

mnemonic faculty

Usage Note

Gedächtnisvermögen is a formal term for the overall capacity to store and recall memories. It is used in neurological, educational, and psychological contexts. Verbesserung des Gedächtnisvermögens (improvement of memory capacity) is typical.

Examples

"Regelmäßiges Lesen kann das Gedächtnisvermögen verbessern."

Natural Translation

Regular reading can improve memory capacity.

Literal Translation

Regular reading can the memory-capacity improve.

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