That Changes Things

Mr. Griot introduces the concept of Greek and Latin root words as keys to understanding English vocabulary. He explains how knowing these roots can help decipher unfamiliar words. The video covers examples like 'telegraph', 'telephone', and 'television', illustrating how roots like 'tele' and 'graph' contribute to word meanings. The lesson also explores affixes, including prefixes like 'dis-' and 're-', and suffixes like '-logy' and '-meter'. By understanding these components, students can unlock the meanings of many words. The video concludes with encouragement to practice using these roots and affixes.

What does the prefix 'dis' signify, and how does it change the meaning of the word 'assemble'?

How does the suffix 'logy' change the meaning of the root word 'bio' in 'biology'?

What is the meaning of the word 'zoology' based on its Greek roots?