State the Terminology for the Following Root, Prefixes & Suffixes Flashcards

Can you state the following terminology for the following root prefixes and suffixes? If you struggle with grammar, these flashcards can help. Suffixes and prefixes are commonly called affixes. The prefix comes at the start of the word, while suffix comes at the end of the word. Both suffixes and prefixes alter the meaning of the root word. Read and study these flashcards if you want to know more about prefixes and suffixes.

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Abdomin/o
Abdomen
Aden/o
Gland
Amni/o
Amnion (sac of fluid surrounding embryo)
An/o
Anus
Angi/o
Vessel
Anter/o
Front
Arteri/o
Artery
Arthr/o
Joint
Ather/o
Plaque (a yellow, fatty material)
Axill/o
Armpit
Bi/o
Life
Bronch/o
Bronchial tubes
Carcin/o
Cancer, cancerous
Cardi/o
Heart
Carp/o
Carpals (wrist bone)