Tele Means Far: Key Details

Read about Greek and Latin roots, then answer questions about the key details.

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Greek and Latin roots are the building blocks of many English words.

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Greek and Latin roots are the building blocks of many English words. These roots come from ancient languages, and they help us understand the meaning of new words. For example, the root 'tele' means 'far' and comes from Greek. When you see 'telephone,' it means 'distant voice. ' By knowing these roots, you can figure out the meanings of other words too.

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For instance, 'television' means 'seeing far away. ' Learning Greek and Latin roots makes it easier to expand your vocabulary and understand complex words!

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What does the root 'tele' mean?

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What does the word 'television' mean based on its root?

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