Begin to build (and decode) words with some common roots!

Jan 06, 2026

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Dive into the fascinating world of word formation by exploring common roots and suffixes! This guide covers essential suffixes like -ology (the study of), -ist (a person who), and more. Learn the significance of roots such as bio (life), geo (earth), and biblio (books). We also introduce two Latin phrases: "carpe diem," meaning "seize the day," encouraging you to take advantage of opportunities, and "quid pro quo," meaning "this for that," a reminder of reciprocal exchange. Build your vocabulary today!

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Begin to build (and decode) words with some common roots!

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Begin to build (and decode) words with some common roots! …and 2 Latin phrases!
Some common word endings (Suffixes): -ology = the study of… -ist = a person who… -er = a person who… -ic, -ac = related to… -al, -ical = related to… ism = belief in…
Some common roots: bio = life auto = self graph / graphy= write, record geo = earth (dirt/rocks), Earth (planet) biblio = books theo = religion, god/God chrono = time
Latin Phrases: • carpe diem: • Actual meaning: “Seize the Day!” • Everyday meaning: take advantage of opportunities • Quid pro quo: • Actual meaning: this for that • Everyday meaning: I’ll give you something if you give me something.