Root Words

What is a root word?

• A root word is the fundamental part of a word that holds its primary meaning.
• A root word is a type of punctuation.
• A root word is an adjective that describes a noun.
• A root word is a synonym for a word.

The root "aqua" means:

• water
• earth
• fire
• air

The root "tele" means:

• distant
• hidden
• visible
• nearby

The root "bio" means:

• life

• death

• earth

• water

The root "graph" means:

• write

• read

• speak

• listen

The root "phon" means:

• sound

• light

• motion

• color

Why are root words important?

• Root words are only used in poetry.
• Root words have no impact on language learning.
• Root words are irrelevant to grammar rules.
• Root words are important because they form the basis for understanding and building vocabulary.