Structure of English Words

LING XL M10

This course presents an introduction to the structure of English words of classical origin, including most common base forms and rules by which alternate forms are derived.

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What you can learn.

  • Identify structural elements of English words and how they combine into the vocabulary of English
  • Understand the historical development of the English vocabulary
  • Analyze complex words, including scientific and technical words

About this course:

Introduction to structure of English words of classical origin, including most common base forms and rules by which alternate forms are derived. Students may expect to achieve substantial enrichment of their vocabulary while learning about etymology, semantic change, and abstract rules of English word formation. Transferable for UC credit.

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