The document discusses how to use dictionaries, thesauruses, and online sources to look up word definitions and find synonyms. It provides tips on using these reference tools effectively, such as reading all definitions in a dictionary and using guide words and indexes to locate words. A spelling and synonym puzzle game is also included, along with questions about learning from the document.
The document discusses how to use dictionaries, thesauruses, and online sources to look up word definitions and find synonyms. It provides tips on using these reference tools effectively, such as reading all definitions in a dictionary and using guide words and indexes to locate words. A spelling and synonym puzzle game is also included, along with questions about learning from the document.
The document discusses how to use dictionaries, thesauruses, and online sources to look up word definitions and find synonyms. It provides tips on using these reference tools effectively, such as reading all definitions in a dictionary and using guide words and indexes to locate words. A spelling and synonym puzzle game is also included, along with questions about learning from the document.
The document discusses how to use dictionaries, thesauruses, and online sources to look up word definitions and find synonyms. It provides tips on using these reference tools effectively, such as reading all definitions in a dictionary and using guide words and indexes to locate words. A spelling and synonym puzzle game is also included, along with questions about learning from the document.
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Prayer
Father, please pour out Your
blessings upon our whole school community so that everyone grows in the knowledge of Your truth, love, wisdom and peace. In Jesus name we pray, Amen. Spelling Game TRNYE -A word, phrase, or item listed in a dictionary, thesaurus, or index, typically accompanied by its definition or explanation. Spelling Game LLISEPNG -The act or process of forming words by arranging letters in the correct order according to accepted usage. Spelling Game INTOAVIREABB -A shortened form of a word or phrase, typically consisting of letters or syllables taken from the full word or phrase. Spelling Game IDENX -A list of terms or topics with corresponding page numbers, typically found at the end of a book, which allows for quick reference. Spelling Game
INTOINFIED -It is a statement of the exact meaning of a word, especially in a dictionary. Spelling Game ENTRY SPELLING
ABBREVIATION INDEX
DEFINITION ICE BREAK ER SYNONYMOUS PUZZLE GAME Task: Find the synonym words. Then you need to match which words are synonymous with each other. TIMER What’s In?
Have you ever encountered a
word and not know it’s meaning? What did you do to when you encountered that certain word? Using the Dictionary: If you come across a word you don't know, and you can't figure out its meaning from the context, it's time to use a dictionary. Here are some tips:
Check the Preface: The preface of a dictionary
explains what symbols and abbreviations mean. Understanding these will help you navigate the dictionary better. Using the Dictionary: Read All Definitions: A good dictionary will list all possible meanings of a word. Don't stop at the first one. Keep reading until you find the meaning that makes sense in the context.
Look for Prefixes: If the word has a prefix like
un- or mis-, you might need to look up the root word too. OTHER IMPORTANT PARTS OF A DICTIONARY Other Parts in Dictionary: Guide Words: These are at the top of dictionary pages and help you quickly find the word you're looking for by showing the first and last words on that page.
Main Entries: These are the words
explained in the dictionary, shown in bold type. Other Parts in Dictionary: Parts of Speech: The dictionary uses abbreviations like n. for noun and v. for verb to show what type of word it is.
Restrictive Labels: These tell you if a word has a
special meaning in a particular field or region. Example: Subject Labels: mus. for music: Indicates a word's specialized meaning in music, like "forte." Other Parts in Dictionary: Usage Labels: slang: Denotes informal language, like "gonna." colloquial: Marks words common in casual speech, like "kids." dial.: Specifies regional dialect usage, like "soda.“
Geographic Labels: N.E. for New England: Shows
the term applies to this region, like "bubbler." THIS LABEL CLARIFIES HOW WORDS ARE USED IN SPECIFIC CONTEXTS, AIDING UNDERSTANDING. Using the Thesaurus: A thesaurus helps you find synonyms (words with similar meanings) and antonyms (words with opposite meanings). Dictionary Form: If your thesaurus is in this form, you just look up the word like you would in a dictionary. Traditional Form: If you have a traditional thesaurus, start by looking up the word in the index at the back.
Using the Internet: The internet is a great
resource for finding information, including dictionary and thesaurus definitions. You can also download dictionary apps on your smartphone for quick access. For example: Merriam-Webster Dictionary and Oxford-Dictionary of English. Learning Task 1: Words Worth Knowing HUNT
Directions: The thirty words included in the pool
of words below come from specialized areas. Categorize each to complete the table. Determine how many of these words you know well enough to use in your writing and speaking. Then, use a dictionary to look up the meanings of words you do not know (15). Learning Task 2: What I have Learned
Guide Questions: 1. What are the uses of the Dictionary, Thesaurus and Online Source? 2. How are they important in research? PULOT OF THE DAY!
Guide Questions:
1. What have we learned today?
2. What is the essence of the lesson in
discussing the Dictionary, Thesaurus and Online source? QUIZ ! Direction: Read carefully and choose the correct letter.
1. What should you do if you encounter
a word that you don't know and can't understand from the context? a) Guess its meaning b) Use a dictionary c) Skip it 2. What does the preface of a dictionary explain? a) Examples of word usage b) Definitions of complex terms c) Symbols and abbreviations 3. Why is it important to read all definitions of a word in a dictionary? a) To memorize them all b) To find the meaning that fits the context c) To compare them with other words 4. What are guide words in a dictionary used for? a) Showing pronunciation b) Helping locate words quickly c) Giving definitions 5. How can you find synonyms in a traditional thesaurus? a) Look in the index and use guide numbers b) Flip through pages randomly c) Use the dictionary form Answer Keys: 1. b) Use a dictionary 2. c) Symbols and abbreviations 3. B) To find the meaning that fits the context 4. b) Helping locate words quickly 5. a) Look in the index and use guide numbers
