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This resource explores common roots in the English language, focusing on key prefixes and suffixes that shape vocabulary. We delve into roots such as 'act' (to do, drive), 'ann/enn' (year), 'aster/astro' (star), and more. Each root is accompanied by examples, demonstrating how these foundational elements contribute to words like 'action,' 'annual,' 'astronomy,' and 'audible.' Engage with the building blocks of language, enhancing your understanding and usage of English vocabulary through the study of roots.
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Unit Two: Vocabulary COMMON ROOTS
act • To do, drive • ACTION, ACTOR, REACT, ENACT
ann, enn • Year • Annual, perennial, bicentennial
aster, astro • Star • Astronomy, astronomical, asterisk
aud • To hear • Audience, auditorium, audible
bio • Life • Biology, biochemistry, biodegradable
cede • To yield • Intercede, concede, secede
chrono • Time • Chronology, chronometer, chronoscope
circ, circum • Around • Circumference, circle, circular, circumvent
cred • To trust, believe • Credible, incredible, credit, credential
dem • People • Democracy, demographic, epidemic