RBI's New Data Centre in Odisha
Table of contents
- Read the Passage
- Why Banks Need a Safe Place for Data
- A New Centre in Odisha
- Why a Backup Matters
- Building a Strong System
- The Big Idea
- Vocabulary Table
- Difficult Words and Pronunciation
- Important Phrases and Expressions
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Useful English Sentences
- Reading Comprehension
- Multiple Choice Questions
- Short-Answer Questions
- True or False
- Grammar Learning
- Fill in the Blanks
- Vocabulary Practice
- Speaking and Writing Practice
- Speaking Questions
- Writing Tasks
- Words to Use in Your Own Sentences
- Quick Revision
- 10 Important Words
- 5 Useful Phrases
- 5 Key Learning Points
- Conclusion
- Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a data centre?
- Why do banks need a backup centre?
- Is this passage useful for exam preparation?
- How can I learn new words from a passage?
- How many new words should I learn every day?
- Study Resources
Read the Passage
Why Banks Need a Safe Place for Data
Every day, millions of people in India pay bills, send money and check their balance on their phones. Behind each of these small actions, there is a large amount of digital information. Banks must keep this information as safe records, and they must be able to find it quickly. If the records are lost or damaged, even for a short time, people can face serious problems.
For this reason, big financial institutions use special buildings called data centres. Inside a data centre, rows of powerful computers store and process information all day and night. Because these computers never rest, they produce a lot of heat, so cooling systems are needed. Most centres also keep extra power supply, so that the machines keep running when the electricity goes off. Guards and strict entry rules keep unwanted people out.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the country's central bank, has a major data centre at Kharghar in Navi Mumbai.
हिंदी में समझें
हर दिन लाखों लोग फ़ोन से बिल भरते हैं, पैसे भेजते हैं और बैलेंस देखते हैं। इन सबके पीछे बहुत सारी डिजिटल जानकारी होती है, जिसे बैंक को सुरक्षित रिकॉर्ड के रूप में रखना पड़ता है। इसी कारण बड़े वित्तीय संस्थान डेटा सेंटर इस्तेमाल करते हैं, जहाँ शक्तिशाली कंप्यूटर दिन-रात काम करते हैं। इन्हें ठंडा रखने के लिए कूलिंग सिस्टम और बिजली जाने पर चलने के लिए अतिरिक्त बिजली की व्यवस्था होती है। भारतीय रिज़र्व बैंक (आरबीआई) का एक बड़ा डेटा सेंटर नवी मुंबई के खारघर में है।
A New Centre in Odisha
Now the RBI has built a new major facility near Bhubaneswar in Odisha. It is a greenfield project, which means it was built on fresh land instead of inside an old building. The campus is at Info Valley-II in Jatni, Khordha district, and it covers 18.55 acres. Reports put the cost at about Rs 169 to 170 crore. Along with the data centre, the campus has an Enterprise Computing and Cybersecurity Training Institute, where staff can learn how to run and protect such systems.
हिंदी में समझें
अब आरबीआई ने ओडिशा में भुवनेश्वर के पास एक नई बड़ी सुविधा बनाई है। यह 'ग्रीनफ़ील्ड' परियोजना है, यानी इसे किसी पुरानी इमारत में नहीं, बल्कि नई ज़मीन पर बनाया गया है। यह परिसर खोरधा ज़िले के जटनी में इन्फो वैली-II में है और 18.55 एकड़ में फैला है। रिपोर्टों के अनुसार इसकी लागत लगभग 169 से 170 करोड़ रुपये है। यहाँ एक साइबर सुरक्षा प्रशिक्षण संस्थान भी है, जहाँ कर्मचारी ऐसी प्रणालियाँ चलाना और उन्हें सुरक्षित रखना सीख सकते हैं।
Why a Backup Matters
The main purpose of the new centre is to work as a backup for the Kharghar centre. Imagine that you are writing an important exam answer and your pen suddenly stops working. A second pen in your bag would save you. A backup centre works in the same way. If the main centre faces a problem, the second one can keep the most important work going. Experts call this idea redundancy: having a spare so that one failure does not stop everything.
A disaster can come in many forms, such as a flood, a fire, a power failure or an earthquake. Cyber attacks are also a threat, because criminals may try to enter computer systems from far away. According to reports, the Odisha site was planned with these risks in mind, and it is located away from places that may face strikes or seismic risk, which means the danger of earthquakes. A secure location, strong buildings and careful rules help protect the systems inside.
हिंदी में समझें
नए केंद्र का मुख्य काम खारघर केंद्र के बैकअप के रूप में काम करना है। जैसे परीक्षा में पेन रुक जाए तो बैग का दूसरा पेन काम आता है, वैसे ही मुख्य केंद्र में समस्या आने पर दूसरा केंद्र ज़रूरी काम चालू रखता है। इसे रिडंडेंसी कहते हैं। बाढ़, आग, बिजली गुल होना या भूकंप जैसी आपदाएँ और साइबर हमले ख़तरा हैं। रिपोर्टों के अनुसार ओडिशा की जगह इन जोखिमों को ध्यान में रखकर चुनी गई है, और सुरक्षित जगह, मज़बूत इमारतें और सख़्त नियम अंदर की प्रणालियों की रक्षा करते हैं।
Building a Strong System
The word infrastructure means the basic buildings, equipment and services that a system needs to work. Good banking infrastructure has to be reliable, because people must trust that it will work when they need it. It is also essential, because modern life depends on it. To maintain such a system, the RBI needs trained experts who can watch the computers, fix problems and stop attacks. That is why the training institute on the same campus is just as important as the machines.
The foundation stone for the project was laid on 22 March 2023 by the then RBI Governor, Shaktikanta Das. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was scheduled to inaugurate the new centre on 25 October 2026 during a visit to Odisha.
हिंदी में समझें
बुनियादी ढाँचा यानी वे इमारतें, उपकरण और सेवाएँ जो किसी व्यवस्था को चलाने के लिए चाहिए। बैंकिंग का ढाँचा भरोसेमंद और ज़रूरी होना चाहिए। इसे चलाने के लिए प्रशिक्षित विशेषज्ञ चाहिए, इसीलिए प्रशिक्षण संस्थान मशीनों जितना ही महत्वपूर्ण है। इस परियोजना की नींव का पत्थर 22 मार्च 2023 को तत्कालीन आरबीआई गवर्नर शक्तिकांत दास ने रखा था। प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी का 25 अक्टूबर 2026 को इसका उद्घाटन करने का कार्यक्रम था।
The Big Idea
When a country's banking system shows strong resilience, it can recover quickly after a shock and keep serving people. A backup centre, a safe location and trained staff all add to that strength. This passage also carries a useful lesson for everyday life: it is wise to keep a spare copy of important things, such as notes, photos and documents.
हिंदी में समझें
जब किसी देश की बैंकिंग व्यवस्था मज़बूत 'रेज़िलिएंस' (संकट से उबरने की क्षमता) दिखाती है, तो वह झटके के बाद जल्दी संभल जाती है और लोगों की सेवा जारी रखती है। बैकअप केंद्र, सुरक्षित जगह और प्रशिक्षित स्टाफ इसी ताक़त को बढ़ाते हैं। सीख: अपने नोट्स, फ़ोटो और दस्तावेज़ों की एक अतिरिक्त कॉपी ज़रूर रखें।
Vocabulary Table
| English Word | Hindi Meaning | Simple English Meaning | Part of Speech | Example Sentence | Example Meaning in Hindi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| digital | डिजिटल (अंकीय) | stored or shown in electronic form | adjective | Most bank records are digital now. | अब ज़्यादातर बैंक रिकॉर्ड डिजिटल हैं। |
| record | रिकॉर्ड / अभिलेख | written or stored information about facts or events | noun | The bank keeps a record of every payment. | बैंक हर भुगतान का रिकॉर्ड रखता है। |
| backup | बैकअप / अतिरिक्त व्यवस्था | a spare copy or system used if the main one fails | noun | Always keep a backup of your files. | अपनी फ़ाइलों का बैकअप हमेशा रखें। |
| secure | सुरक्षित | safe from danger or attack | adjective | A strong password keeps your account secure. | मज़बूत पासवर्ड आपके खाते को सुरक्षित रखता है। |
| infrastructure | बुनियादी ढाँचा | basic buildings and services needed by a system | noun | Good infrastructure helps a city grow. | अच्छा बुनियादी ढाँचा शहर को बढ़ने में मदद करता है। |
| disaster | आपदा | a sudden event that causes great damage | noun | The village was ready for any disaster. | गाँव किसी भी आपदा के लिए तैयार था। |
| reliable | भरोसेमंद | able to be trusted to work well | adjective | A reliable internet connection is important for online classes. | ऑनलाइन कक्षाओं के लिए भरोसेमंद इंटरनेट कनेक्शन ज़रूरी है। |
| threat | ख़तरा | something that may cause harm | noun | Viruses are a threat to computers. | वायरस कंप्यूटरों के लिए ख़तरा हैं। |
| protect | सुरक्षा करना / बचाना | to keep safe from harm | verb | Strong locks protect the building. | मज़बूत ताले इमारत की रक्षा करते हैं। |
| resilience | संकट से उबरने की क्षमता | the ability to recover quickly after trouble | noun | The town showed great resilience after the flood. | बाढ़ के बाद शहर ने संकट से उबरने की बड़ी क्षमता दिखाई। |
| campus | परिसर | the land and buildings of an institution | noun | The college campus has a big library. | कॉलेज परिसर में एक बड़ा पुस्तकालय है। |
| inaugurate | उद्घाटन करना | to open something officially | verb | The mayor will inaugurate the new park. | महापौर नए पार्क का उद्घाटन करेंगे। |
| essential | ज़रूरी / अनिवार्य | absolutely necessary | adjective | Sleep is essential for good health. | अच्छे स्वास्थ्य के लिए नींद ज़रूरी है। |
| expert | विशेषज्ञ | a person with special knowledge or skill | noun | An expert checked the machine. | एक विशेषज्ञ ने मशीन की जाँच की। |
| maintain | बनाए रखना / रखरखाव करना | to keep something in good condition | verb | Workers maintain the roads every year. | कर्मचारी हर साल सड़कों का रखरखाव करते हैं। |
Difficult Words and Pronunciation
| English Word | Easy Pronunciation Guide | Hindi Meaning | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|
| greenfield | ग्रीन-फ़ील्ड | नई ख़ाली ज़मीन पर बना (प्रोजेक्ट) | The company started a greenfield project outside the city. |
| cybersecurity | साइबर-सिक्योरिटी | साइबर सुरक्षा | Cybersecurity protects computers from online attacks. |
| seismic | साइज़-मिक | भूकंप से जुड़ा | Engineers checked the seismic risk of the area. |
| redundancy | रि-डन-डन-सी | अतिरिक्त (बैकअप) व्यवस्था | Redundancy keeps a system running when one part fails. |
| enterprise | एन-टर-प्राइज़ | बड़ा व्यवसाय या संगठन | The enterprise trains its staff every year. |
Important Phrases and Expressions
| Phrase | Hindi Meaning | How to Use It | Example Sentence | Hindi Translation of the Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| for this reason | इसी कारण से | Use it to give the result of an earlier statement. | The road was closed, and for this reason we took another route. | सड़क बंद थी, इसी कारण हमने दूसरा रास्ता लिया। |
| all day and night | दिन-रात | Use it for something that never stops. | The hospital works all day and night. | अस्पताल दिन-रात काम करता है। |
| work as | ... के रूप में काम करना | Use it to say the role of a person or thing. | This room works as our library. | यह कमरा हमारे पुस्तकालय के रूप में काम करता है। |
| in the same way | उसी तरह | Use it to compare two similar things. | A spare tyre helps in the same way. | एक अतिरिक्त टायर भी उसी तरह मदद करता है। |
| keep something going | किसी चीज़ को चालू रखना | Use it when a work or system must continue. | Hot tea kept us going during the long journey. | गरम चाय ने लंबी यात्रा में हमें ऊर्जावान बनाए रखा। |
| with ... in mind | ... को ध्यान में रखकर | Use it to explain the purpose of a plan. | The teacher made the test with beginners in mind. | शिक्षक ने शुरुआती छात्रों को ध्यान में रखकर टेस्ट बनाया। |
| lay the foundation stone | नींव का पत्थर रखना | Use it for the formal start of a building project. | The minister laid the foundation stone of the school. | मंत्री ने स्कूल की नींव का पत्थर रखा। |
| be scheduled to | ... का कार्यक्रम तय होना | Use it for planned events in the future or past plans. | The meeting is scheduled to begin at ten. | बैठक दस बजे शुरू होने का कार्यक्रम है। |
Synonyms and Antonyms
| Main Word | Hindi Meaning | Synonyms | Antonyms | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| secure | सुरक्षित | safe, protected | unsafe, insecure | Keep your documents in a secure place. |
| reliable | भरोसेमंद | dependable, trustworthy | unreliable | He is a reliable friend. |
| essential | ज़रूरी | necessary, vital | unnecessary, optional | Water is essential for life. |
| threat | ख़तरा | danger, risk | safety, protection | Pollution is a threat to health. |
| protect | सुरक्षा करना | guard, defend | harm, attack | Wear a helmet to protect your head. |
| maintain | रखरखाव करना | keep up, preserve | neglect, abandon | We must maintain our school garden. |
| expert | विशेषज्ञ | specialist, professional | beginner, amateur | The expert solved the problem in minutes. |
| disaster | आपदा | calamity, catastrophe | No common direct antonym | The flood was a terrible disaster. |
| backup | बैकअप | spare, reserve | primary (the main one) | The team has a backup plan. |
| resilience | संकट से उबरने की क्षमता | toughness, strength | fragility, weakness | Her resilience helped her recover. |
Useful English Sentences
| English Sentence | Hindi Translation | When to Use It |
|---|---|---|
| Please keep a backup of your important files. | कृपया अपनी ज़रूरी फ़ाइलों का बैकअप रखें। | When advising someone about phone or computer safety. |
| Is this website secure? | क्या यह वेबसाइट सुरक्षित है? | Before making an online payment. |
| I want to protect my account with a strong password. | मैं अपने खाते को मज़बूत पासवर्ड से सुरक्षित करना चाहता हूँ। | When talking about online safety. |
| The bank's service was down for an hour. | बैंक की सेवा एक घंटे के लिए बंद थी। | When a service stops working for some time. |
| Who will inaugurate the new building? | नई इमारत का उद्घाटन कौन करेगा? | When asking about an opening ceremony. |
| We should be ready for any emergency. | हमें किसी भी आपात स्थिति के लिए तैयार रहना चाहिए। | When discussing safety and planning. |
| You can rely on him; he is very reliable. | आप उस पर भरोसा कर सकते हैं; वह बहुत भरोसेमंद है। | When recommending a trustworthy person. |
| The server is working again. | सर्वर फिर से काम कर रहा है। | In an office or at a service desk after a problem is fixed. |
| It is essential to learn digital safety. | डिजिटल सुरक्षा सीखना ज़रूरी है। | In classroom talks or while advising friends and family. |
| Experts say this plan will make the system stronger. | विशेषज्ञ कहते हैं कि यह योजना व्यवस्था को मज़बूत बनाएगी। | When reporting what specialists say. |
Reading Comprehension
Multiple Choice Questions
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Where is the RBI's major data centre mentioned in the passage?
- Kharghar, Navi Mumbai
- Jatni, Odisha
- Chennai
- Delhi
Answer: A. The passage says the RBI has a major data centre at Kharghar in Navi Mumbai.
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What is the main purpose of the new centre near Bhubaneswar?
- To print currency notes
- To work as a backup for the Kharghar centre
- To sell computers
- To teach English
Answer: B. The passage says it will work as a backup for the Kharghar centre.
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How large is the campus of the new centre?
- 8.55 acres
- 18.55 acres
- 28.55 acres
- 80.55 acres
Answer: B. The campus covers 18.55 acres.
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What does "greenfield project" mean in the passage?
- A project built on fresh land
- A project painted green
- A farming project
- A very cheap project
Answer: A. The passage explains that it was built on fresh land instead of inside an old building.
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Who laid the foundation stone of the project on 22 March 2023?
- Narendra Modi
- Shaktikanta Das
- Rajnath Singh
- Om Birla
Answer: B. The then RBI Governor, Shaktikanta Das, laid the foundation stone.
Short-Answer Questions
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What is a data centre?
Answer: It is a special building that holds powerful computers, strong power supply and cooling systems to store and process information.
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Why is a backup centre useful?
Answer: If the main centre faces a problem, the backup centre can keep the most important work going.
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What is the purpose of the training institute on the campus?
Answer: Staff can learn how to run and protect such computer systems there.
True or False
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The new centre was built inside an old building.
Answer: False. It is a greenfield project built on fresh land.
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Data centres need cooling systems because the computers produce heat.
Answer: True. The passage says the computers never rest and produce a lot of heat.
Grammar Learning
| Original Sentence | Hindi Translation | Tense or Grammar Rule | Simple Explanation in Hindi | One More Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Now the RBI has built a new major facility near Bhubaneswar in Odisha. | अब आरबीआई ने ओडिशा में भुवनेश्वर के पास एक नई बड़ी सुविधा बनाई है। | Present Perfect Tense | काम पूरा हो चुका है और उसका असर अभी भी है, तब has/have + V3 (built) का प्रयोग होता है। | She has finished her homework. (उसने अपना होमवर्क पूरा कर लिया है।) |
| If the main centre faces a problem, the second one can keep the most important work going. | अगर मुख्य केंद्र में कोई समस्या आती है, तो दूसरा केंद्र सबसे ज़रूरी काम चालू रख सकता है। | First Conditional with modal "can" | सच हो सकने वाली स्थिति के लिए If + Present Simple, और परिणाम के लिए can/will + V1 आता है। | If it rains, we can stay inside. (अगर बारिश हुई, तो हम अंदर रुक सकते हैं।) |
| Prime Minister Narendra Modi was scheduled to inaugurate the new centre on 25 October 2026 during a visit to Odisha. | प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी का 25 अक्टूबर 2026 को ओडिशा यात्रा के दौरान नए केंद्र का उद्घाटन करने का कार्यक्रम था। | Past Simple Passive + "to" infinitive | was scheduled to + V1 का मतलब है कि कार्यक्रम पहले से तय किया गया था। to के बाद क्रिया की पहली form आती है। | The train was scheduled to arrive at noon. (ट्रेन दोपहर को पहुँचने वाली थी।) |
| The campus is at Info Valley-II in Jatni, Khordha district, and it covers 18.55 acres. | परिसर खोरधा ज़िले के जटनी में इन्फो वैली-II में है और 18.55 एकड़ में फैला है। | Prepositions "at" and "in"; conjunction "and" | किसी ख़ास जगह के लिए at और बड़े क्षेत्र (शहर) के लिए in आता है। and दो वाक्यों को जोड़ता है। | The shop is at the corner, and it opens at nine. (दुकान कोने पर है और नौ बजे खुलती है।) |
| It is also essential, because modern life depends on it. | यह ज़रूरी भी है, क्योंकि आधुनिक जीवन इस पर निर्भर करता है। | Conjunction "because"; phrase "depend on" | because कारण बताता है। depend के बाद हमेशा on आता है। | Plants depend on water. (पौधे पानी पर निर्भर करते हैं।) |
Fill in the Blanks
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The bank keeps a ____ copy of its files in another city.
- backup
- campus
- threat
- expert
Answer: A. A backup is a spare copy used when the main one fails.
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A strong lock helps ____ the building.
- protect
- inaugurate
- forget
- delay
Answer: A. Protect means to keep safe from harm.
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Wearing a helmet is ____ for safety.
- essential
- optional
- rare
- slow
Answer: A. Essential means absolutely necessary.
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The minister will ____ the new school tomorrow.
- inaugurate
- protect
- record
- maintain
Answer: A. Inaugurate means to open something officially.
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The new centre was built on fresh land, so it is a ____ project.
- greenfield
- backup
- digital
- reliable
Answer: A. A greenfield project is built on fresh, unused land.
Vocabulary Practice
Match each word with its meaning. For more practice questions, visit our MCQ practice section.
| Word | Your Answer (A to E) |
|---|---|
| 1. secure | ____ |
| 2. threat | ____ |
| 3. resilience | ____ |
| 4. campus | ____ |
| 5. expert | ____ |
- a person with special knowledge or skill
- safe from danger or attack
- the land and buildings of an institution
- the ability to recover quickly after trouble
- something that may cause harm
Answer key: 1-B, 2-E, 3-D, 4-C, 5-A.
Speaking and Writing Practice
Speaking Questions
- Why do banks need backup centres?
- What do you do to keep your phone data safe?
- Have you ever lost an important file? What did you do?
- Why is training important for people who work with computers?
- What is one thing in your life that needs a backup?
Writing Tasks
- Write five sentences about why we should keep a backup of our important documents.
- Write a short paragraph (60 to 80 words) on "Safe Digital Habits for Students".
- Explain in your own words what the word "resilience" means, with one example.
Words to Use in Your Own Sentences
backup, secure, essential, protect, reliable
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Quick Revision
Main idea: The RBI has built a new data centre campus near Bhubaneswar in Odisha. It works as a backup for the main centre at Kharghar and also includes a training institute, so that India's banking systems stay safe and keep running during problems.
10 Important Words
- digital: डिजिटल
- record: रिकॉर्ड
- backup: बैकअप
- secure: सुरक्षित
- infrastructure: बुनियादी ढाँचा
- disaster: आपदा
- reliable: भरोसेमंद
- threat: ख़तरा
- resilience: संकट से उबरने की क्षमता
- essential: ज़रूरी
5 Useful Phrases
- for this reason (इसी कारण से)
- work as (... के रूप में काम करना)
- in the same way (उसी तरह)
- keep something going (चालू रखना)
- with ... in mind (... को ध्यान में रखकर)
5 Key Learning Points
- A data centre stores and processes important digital records.
- A backup centre keeps work going when the main centre faces a problem.
- Greenfield means built on fresh land.
- Strong systems need both good machines and trained experts.
- We should also keep a spare copy of our own important files.
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Conclusion
This passage shows how a simple news story can teach useful English. You learned new words such as backup, secure and resilience, practised phrases like "work as" and "for this reason", and saw how tenses and prepositions work in real sentences. Keep reading short passages, write a few sentences of your own, and revise the words regularly. Read more English learning stories, improve your vocabulary, and practise English every day with DownloadStore.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a data centre?
A data centre is a building that holds powerful computers, power supply and cooling systems. It stores and processes digital information for banks, companies and government bodies.
Why do banks need a backup centre?
A backup centre keeps important work running if the main centre faces a problem such as a power failure, a disaster or a cyber attack.
Is this passage useful for exam preparation?
Yes, it can help with reading, vocabulary and comprehension practice. For the best results, read regularly and revise the words you learn.
How can I learn new words from a passage?
Read the passage once for the main idea, underline the new words, check their meanings and write one sentence of your own with each word. Revise them after a day and after a week.
How many new words should I learn every day?
Five to ten words a day, with regular revision, is a practical goal for most learners. Quality of practice matters more than the number of words.
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