Greek and Latin Roots MiniLesson We know that

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Greek and Latin Roots Mini-Lesson

Greek and Latin Roots Mini-Lesson

We know that words are broken into parts that help us figure out their

We know that words are broken into parts that help us figure out their meaning: Prefixes: un- undo re- refill pro- for, forward Suffixes: -ful joyful -ly sadly -ness kindness Prefixes are at the beginning of words. Suffixes are at the end of words. pre- means before fix means attach, repair So, “prefix” means “attached before. ”

We know that words are broken into parts that help us figure out their

We know that words are broken into parts that help us figure out their meaning. Prefixes Suffixes Prefix Meaning Example Suffix Meaning Example re- back, again refill -ful Having careful -less joyless tri- three triplet Without, missing un- not undo -ly In the manner of hopefully

A root is a set of letters that have meaning. It is the most

A root is a set of letters that have meaning. It is the most basic form. Affixes are added to the root to create a new word. Example: The Latin root ject means “throw” So project can mean “to throw forward” • A root can be at the front, middle or end of a word. • Many words in the English language are based on Greek & Latin word roots.

English words can have all three parts: prefix + root + suffix ab +

English words can have all three parts: prefix + root + suffix ab + duct + ed away from + to lead/pull + verb: past tense abducted means ”pulled or led away from” i. e. The general was abducted by masked gunmen. Roots can appear more than once, and anywhere in the word. Word Meaning geology earth study / study of the earth telegraph distance writing / writing that travels far tricycle three wheels asocial not being companionable / Conceptnot wanting to join others

• Which one of the following shows a root with an affix? 1.

• Which one of the following shows a root with an affix? 1. bicycle How did you know? 2. hippopotamus

Importance • Knowing and using Greek and Latin word roots can help you figure

Importance • Knowing and using Greek and Latin word roots can help you figure out the meaning of words you don’t recognize. • This will make you a better reader and writer. Why is it important to know how to use Greek and Latin word roots?

Independent Practice • Follow the steps and directions.

Independent Practice • Follow the steps and directions.

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