Verbal Memory Test: Seen or New Word Game
This verbal memory test measures how many words you can keep in memory at once. Words appear one at a time. If you have seen the word earlier in this round, press SEEN; if it is the first time, press NEW. Each correct answer adds a point, each mistake costs one of your three lives, and the list keeps growing so it gets harder the longer you last. Most people score between 40 and 60 points. You can also play with the S and N keys on a keyboard, and your best score and recent results stay saved in your browser.
Verbal Memory Test
Words appear one at a time. Say if you have SEEN each word before or if it is NEW. Three lives.
How to use the Verbal Memory Test
- Press Start to see the first word.
- Press NEW if you have not seen it yet in this round.
- Press SEEN if it already appeared.
- Keep going until you lose all three lives.
Features
- Hundreds of common English words
- Three lives
- Keyboard shortcuts S and N
- Best score and history saved
- Works on phones and computers
Frequently asked questions
What is a good verbal memory test score?
Most people score about 40 to 60 points. Above 80 is very good and 100 or more is excellent.
How does the verbal memory test work?
It shows a stream of words, some repeated. You judge whether each word is new or seen, which tests recognition memory.
How can I score higher?
Make a quick mental picture or a link for each new word, and stay calm when the same word comes back several times.
Can I use the keyboard?
Yes. Press S for SEEN and N for NEW.
Is this a medical test?
No. It is a free memory game for practice and fun, not a medical or IQ test.