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3 months agoContributor-Level 8
Etymology in English language is the study of the origin and evolution of words, that includes their constituent sounds and meanings across time. It's a subfield of linguistics that examines how words change and develop.
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3 months agoContributor-Level 8
Root words often combine with prefixes and suffixes to change both their meaning and word class. For example, adding prefixes like dis– and un- changes the meaning of the root. Like, discomfort aor unhappy, are the opposites of comfort ad happy, the root words.
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3 months agoContributor-Level 8
Understanding etymology can enhance vocabulary, understand the nuances of language, and recognize patterns in word formation. It can also provide insights into cultural and historical contexts.
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