word
metacognition
met-ah-kog-NI-shun
ˌmɛtəkɒɡˈnɪʃənListen
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Syllable breakdown
metacognition
Dictionary meaning
Thinking about one's own thinking; awareness and regulation of one's own cognitive processes.
Examples
- Students who practise metacognition monitor their understanding and adjust their study strategies.
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