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etymon

/ˈɛt.ə.mɒn/

Meanings
  • Origin of a Latin word


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etyma , etymon , etymons
Etymology
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The Latin word 'etymon' comes from the Greek word 'etymon' meaning 'true form' or 'original form'. In linguistics, it refers to the root form of a word.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'etymology' comes from the Greek words 'etymos' (true) and 'logos' (study or discourse).

  2. The study of etymology can help us understand the historical development of languages and the connections between different words.


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  1. Etymology: The study of the origin and historical development of words.

  2. Etymology of English Words: A specific branch of etymology that focuses on the origins and meanings of English words.


Culture
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The Latin language has a rich cultural history and has influenced various aspects of Western civilization, including literature, art, music, and philosophy. The word 'etymon' itself has been used in linguistic studies and discussions on the origins and meanings of words.

How to Memorize "etymon"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a tree trunk representing the Latin language. The roots of the tree are the original forms of the words, which are the etymons.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'etymon' with the Greek word 'etymon' and remember that it refers to the true or original form of a word.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'etymon' as 'E' for etymology and 'T' for true form.


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