Four Types of Word Parts Flashcards

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four types of word parts

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  • word roots
  • combining forms
  • suffixes
  • prefixes
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word roots

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  • contains the basic meaning of the term

- in med terms, usually indicates the body part involved

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combining forms

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  • word root with a combining vowel added at the end of the word
  • example: gastr/o means stomach
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suffixes

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always come at the end of the word, after the word root or combining form

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prefixes

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always come at the beginning of the word

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note

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  • word roots contain the basic meaning of the term
  • use a combining vowel when the suffix begins with a constant
  • the suffix begins with a constant
  • a vowel is added to a
  • an example of word root is gastr/o (not true)
  • a prefix must always be added (not true)
  • combining forms are used when (not true)
  • a suffix usually indicates the procedure, disorder, or disease
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