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Sci (know)

Sci

Latin scire: to know.

Science helps us know how the world works.

Science

Knowledge gained by observing and testing.

Joseph's favourite subject is science.

Conscious

Awake and aware of what is happening.

Meera was conscious of everyone watching her speech.

Remember: Sci = know. Spelling trap: conscious (KON-shus, aware) vs conscience (KON-shuns, your sense of right and wrong). Both keep the silent c after s.

Short lessonRootsMany English words are built on old Latin or Greek roots that carry a core meaning.

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