Intro to Stems with Harold Syntax

Our earliest ancestors spoke a language known as Esperanto.

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As our ancestors settled in communities, new words were formulated.

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The invention of writing was prompted by commercial activity.

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Word roots carry the word's basic meaning.

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English roots come from only Latin and Greek.

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"Canis" is a Greek root meaning "tooth."

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The prefix is placed in front of the root.

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The suffix "-ly" is often used in adjectives, such as happily.

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Suffixes are often used to turn roots into different parts of speech.

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The prefixes, "in-," and "im-" mean "having many."

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