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Yes, "cardio" is derived from the Latin word "cardialis," which means "of the heart." However, the term is more commonly associated with the Greek word "kardia," meaning "heart." In modern usage, "cardio" typically refers to cardiovascular exercise, which is aimed at improving heart health and endurance.
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What does the Latin root cardio mean?
The root "cardio-" is Greek, from the word kardia, "heart".
What are Latin roots of cardiovascular?
"Cardio" means related to the heart (from Greek "kardia"). "Vascular" is from Latin "vasculum" meaning a vessel.
Is the latin credo from the same root as the greek cardio?
Credo is a Latin word meaning "to trust" (e.g. credit, credentials), but cardio comes from the Greek word καρδία, meaning "heart". Now, that didn't quite answer your question, but I'm doubt that, based on the definitions and morphology, they do actually come from the same root.However, the Latin word for "heart" is cors, cordis, so one would imagine that both the Latin and Greek for "heart" have a similar etymology (at some point in the past).
How can you write this in latin I smile at my tears but keep them in my heart?
Rideo lacrima, sed habeo in cardio.
Why is the cardiovascular system called a cardiovascular system?
It uses the Latin words for heart (cardio) and a small vessel (vasculum).
Tissues of the heart?
Are called CARDIO- ; as in cardio-vascular, and cardio-implant.
What is better sex or cardio?
sex is cardio
What does the suffix cardio mean?
Cardio- is a prefix, and it means "heart."
Is a stationary bike cardio or strength training?
cardio
Is soccer more cardio or muscle oriented?
cardio
What is cardio respetory?
Cardio-respiratory - refers to the heart and lungs.
When was Cardio - album - created?
Cardio - album - was created in 2010.
