19Tashkent Medical Academy Integration of Science, Education and Practice in Modern Psychology and Pedagogy: Problems and Solutions
Volume 4 | TMA Conference | 2023 Zamonaviy psixologiya, pedagogikada fan, ta'lim va amaliyot integratsiyasi: muammo va yechimlar
LATIN VOCABULARY IN MODERN ENGLISH
Munisa Majlimovna Primova
TMA teacher of the Department of Uzbek and foreign languages munisamajlimova@mail.com
Abdulazizbek Kozimbekovich Olmasbekov
Student of the faculty of Medicine of TMA
ABSTRACT:
This article discusses the influence of Latin vocabulary on the English language. It highlights the many Latin-derived words that exist in modern English and how they have evolved over time. The article also examines how Latin has contributed to the development of prefixes and suffixes in English. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of understanding Latin roots to better comprehend the meanings and usage of English words.
Keywords: Latin, English language, vocabulary, language evolution, Latin-derived words, English lexicon, specialized technical terms, prefixes, suffixes, evolution of words, original Latin meaning, additional meanings, mental process, acquiring knowledge, conferring position, impact, history, study of Latin vocabulary, English linguistics
Introduction:
The English language has evolved over time, and its vocabulary has been influenced by many different languages. One of the most significant contributors to modern English vocabulary is Latin. Latin has left its mark on the English language in many ways, with Latin-derived words making up a large percentage of the English lexicon. In this article, we will explore the many Latin-derived words in modern English and how their usage has evolved over time. Latin-Derived Words in Modern English
Latin has contributed to the development of many words in modern English, from everyday words like "telephone" and "television" to specialized technical terms like "biology" and "psychology." Many common English words have Latin roots, including "accumulate," "agriculture," "cemetery," "circulate," "destruction," "exhaust," "facilitate,"
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"impressive," "magnitude," "optimal," "pedestrian," and "resurrect," to name just a few.
Latin has also contributed to the development of prefixes and suffixes in English. For example, the Latin prefix "re-" means "again" or "back," as in "reconsider" or "rebuild." The Latin suffix "-tion" is used to form nouns from verbs, as in "nation" from "nate." Similarly, the suffix "-able" is used to form adjectives from verbs, as in "comfortable" from "comfort." The evolution of Latin-derived words in modern English
The usage of Latin-derived words in modern English has evolved over time. In some cases, the original Latin meaning of a word has been preserved in English. For example, the Latin word "persona" meant "mask" or "character" and has evolved into the English word "person," which retains the original meaning of an individual's character or personality. Similarly, the Latin word "cognitio" meant "knowledge" and has evolved into the English word "cognition," which refers to the mental process of acquiring knowledge and understanding.
In other cases, the meaning of a Latin-derived word has shifted over time. For example, the Latin word "paganus" originally meant "rural" or "country," but in English, it has evolved to refer to someone who is not religious or who follows a nonChristian religion. Similarly, the Latin word "ordinare" meant "to order" or "to arrange," but in English, it has evolved to refer to the act of conferring a position or office, as in "ordain a priest."
Some Latin-derived words in English have taken on additional meanings over time. For example, the Latin word "ratio" originally meant "reason" or "calculation," but in English, it has evolved to refer to a systematic plan or method, as in "marketing strategy" Similarly, the Latin word "forma" originally meant "shape" or "form," but in English, it has evolved to refer to a particular type or style, as in "art form." In addition to the contributions of Latin, other languages have also played a significant role in the development of modern English vocabulary. For example, French has had a major influence on English vocabulary, particularly in the areas of law, government, and cuisine. Many English words have also been borrowed from Greek, such as "philosophy," "psychology," and "biology." In fact, it is estimated that up to 60% of English words have their roots in Latin or Greek. Moreover, the influence of Latin extends beyond just vocabulary. Latin was the language of the Roman Empire, which had a significant impact on Western civilization. As such, Latin has influenced many aspects of modern Western culture, including science, medicine, law, and
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religion. Latin is also still used as the language of international scientific communication and is taught in many schools as a classical language. Conclusion
Latin has left a lasting impact on the English language, with Latin-derived words making up a significant portion of the English lexicon. These words have evolved over time, with some retaining their original Latin meanings while others have taken on new meanings or shifted in usage. Understanding the Latin roots of English words can help us better understand their meanings and usage, as well as the history and evolution of the English language. As such, it is important for students of English language and linguistics to study Latin vocabulary and its impact on modern English.
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