Which of the root syllables 'mot-' and 'mov-' is Greek and which is Latin?

Answer 1

The root syllables 'mot'- and 'mov-' are Latin. But the ultimate root for both syllables is 'mov-'. For example, the Latin verb 'motare', the Latin noun 'motio', and the Latin participle and noun 'motus' all derive from the Latin verb 'movere'.

Answer 2

The root syllable 'mot-' is Latin, while 'mov-' is Greek. For example, 'mot-' is seen in words like "motivate" and "motion," derived from the Latin word "movere" meaning "to move." Conversely, 'mov-' is seen in words like "movement" and "mobile," derived from the Greek word "mobilis," also meaning "to move."