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How did the latin language influence the English language?
Nearly 50 percent of our words in English have Latin roots. Some students who take Latin in school say that learning Latin helps them understand the meanings of words in English.
What is the English pronunciation?
It's how you say words in English, unlike in Latin and in languages based in/derived from Latin, English is not a phonetic language. A phonetic language is a language wherein the words are pronounced as they are spelled. Some English words can have the same spelling but different pronunciation, for example: * I like to read [ri:d]. * I have read [red] that book. Some words have different spelling but the same pronunciation, for example: * I have read [red] that book. * My favourite colour is red [red].
What is the best resource for a native speaker to start to learn more about the English language?
Learn Latin-seriously-English grammar system is based on the Latin system, it will show you how to describe and use English more effectivly. Many English words are derived from Latin, so you will be able to use English words more accuratly with a better grasp of their meaning. Some things that are in the English language that aren't discussed in public schools that are taught in the first year of Latin Deponents Gerunds the Imperfect tense Subjunctive clauses the list goes on...;
What are some of the English words with the latin root annus?
annual anniversary superannuation
What are some of the English words with the latin root spirare?
Breathe
Are there more of Latin or Greek in English?
Yes, it's possible that Latin has a larger vocabulary than Greek. One reason is the borrowing of many words from the classical language of the ancient Greeks. But just for the record, the borrowing isn't one way. For example, the modern Greek names for the months of the year come from classical Latin.
Give me some English words derived from the latin word primus'?
primary, prime
Is the French language is based on the Gaul language?
Just some words come from Gaul, like car in English or char in French, French language is mainly a Latin language
What are the Latin roots present in the English language?
Latin roots are commonly found in English words, contributing to their meanings. Some common Latin roots in English include "dict" (speak), "aud" (hear), "spect" (see), and "port" (carry).
What are some words with the latin root sex?
Some words with the Latin root "sex" include "sexual," "sexuality," and "unisexual." The root "sex" in Latin originally meant "six," but it later evolved to refer to the classification of organisms based on reproductive functions. In modern English, words with this root often pertain to gender, reproduction, or sexual characteristics.
Does English have declensions?
Yes, English does not have declensions like some other languages such as Latin or German. In English, nouns do not change their form based on their role in a sentence.
What are some Roman words we use today?
The language of the Roman Empire is called Latin. There are many words of Latin that are still in use. Stadium, bonus, magnum are examples. Also bear in mind, many words of English are derived from Latin even if they are not actually Latin.
