Transcript Using Word Parts to Find Meaning

Chapter 6
The Structure of Words
Lecture Launcher
You may have heard the following
saying: The whole is more than the
sum of its parts. What do you think
that means? Can you think of an
example?
Chapter 6 Brief Outline
I. Using Word Parts to Find Meaning
II. Learning Word Parts
III. The Limitations of Using Word Parts
Chapter 6 Vocabulary
• base
• root
• prefixes
• suffixes
• term planner
• syllabus
• weekly schedule
• to do list
Chapter 6
Using Word Parts to Find Meaning
Many words can be broken into 3 parts:
Root (also called Base)- Basic Meaning
Prefix-Beginning of the word
Suffix-End of the word
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Identify the root, prefix and/or suffix.
1. inaudible
2. cognition
3. bigamy
4. telescope
5. Convocation
6. Postgraduate
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Learning Word Parts
Learning word parts takes study and
practice, but it is worth it.
Ways to learn word parts:
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Memorization
Use words you know as keys to other words
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The Limitations of Using Word Parts
Using word parts to find meaning does
not always work!
Can you think of an example?
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LEARNING TIP: Time Management
What is your biggest time management
problem? What is your best time
management tip?
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REFLECTION
How can the structure of words be used
as a vocabulary tool?