Bi, Di, Du Root Words Flashcards

Bi Root Words

• Bicentennial: Relates to a span of 200 years; marks a 200th anniversary; occurs every 200 years.
• Biceps: Muscle located in the upper arm; responsible for bending the forearm.
• Bicuspid: Type of tooth with two pointed cusps; functions in tearing and grinding food.
• Bicycle: Light vehicle with a metal frame, two wheels arranged in a line, handlebars for steering, pedals for propulsion.

Di Root Words

• Bifocal: Refers to having two focal points; lenses designed with distinct sections for distant and near vision; commonly associated with glasses.
• Bigamy: The act of being married to two spouses simultaneously; often illegal in many jurisdictions.
• Bilingual: The ability to speak and understand two languages fluently; can also describe texts written in two languages.
• Binoculars: Optical device designed for use with both eyes; combines two telescopes for simultaneous viewing, used in activities like bird watching.

Du Root Words

• Biped: Refers to any animal that moves using two feet.
• Dialogue: A conversation involving two or more individuals; a literary device utilized in plays, novels, or stories; facilitates the exchange of views.
• Dissect: To cut apart for examination or study; also means to analyze or critique in detail.
• Duel: A formalized combat between two armed individuals; can also refer to any contest between two opponents.
• Duet: A musical composition performed by two singers or instrumentalists; involves collaboration between two performers.
• Duplex: Pertains to something having two parts; describes a home designed for two families or a multi-level apartment.
• Duplicate: An exact copy; the process of creating a replica or to repeat something precisely.
• Duplicity: Involves deceit; acting in a secretive manner while publicly portraying a different persona.