Greek & Latin Roots

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What does the root 'tele' mean?

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The root 'tele' means 'distant' or 'far off', as in 'television' (transmitting visual images and sound over a distance).

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CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

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What does the root 'phono' refer to?

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The root 'phono' refers to sound, as in 'phonology' (the study of sound systems in languages).

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CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

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What does the root 'tempo' indicate?

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The root 'tempo' indicates time, as in 'temporary' (lasting for a limited period of time).

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CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

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What does the root 'ped' mean?

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The root 'ped' means foot, as in 'pedicure' (a cosmetic treatment for the feet).

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CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

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What does the root 'auto' signify?

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The root 'auto' signifies self, as in 'autobiography' (a biography written by the person it is about).

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CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

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What does the root 'graph' mean?

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The root 'graph' means to write or draw, as in 'autograph' (a person's own signature).

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CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

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What does the root 'meter' refer to?

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The root 'meter' refers to measurement, as in 'thermometer' (a device that measures temperature).

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CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

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What does the root 'spec' mean?

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The root 'spec' means to look or see, as in 'spectator' (a person who watches an event).

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CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

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What does the root 'mit' signify?

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The root 'mit' signifies to send, as in 'transmit' (to send something across).

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CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

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What does the root 'graphy' indicate?

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The root 'graphy' indicates a field of study or writing, as in 'geography' (the study of the Earth's physical features).

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CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B