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/raˈiθ/ ES
/raˈis/ MX
Translation
root
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Word origin
From Latin radix ('root'). The same Latin root gives English 'radish', 'radical' and 'eradicate'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- radix
- English cognates
- radish, radical, eradicate
Grammar
Examples
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The root of the tree is very deep.
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This plant has strong roots.
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The square root of nine is three.
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The problem has its root in the lack of money.
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We pulled up the weeds by the root.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 24, lesson 10: raíz, aceite, encargarse and 7 more words.