Speak Latin Without Realizing—English Is Full of It!
You might think Latin is a language of the past, but guess what? You’re using Latin words all the time! Many English words come from Latin roots, making Latin a hidden part of your daily life.
Latin Roots You Already Know
Let’s look at a few common words:
- Aquarium comes from the Latin word aqua (water).
- Manual comes from manus (hand).
- Video comes from videre (to see).
Even simple words like animal, school, and color have Latin origins!
Why Latin Is Still Cool
Learning Latin helps you understand English better. It also gives you a head start in science, law, and medicine—fields that use lots of Latin terms.
Activities to Make Latin Fun
Root Word Hunt
Make a list of English words and have kids guess or look up their Latin roots. Bonus: Use pictures!
Latin Labeling Game
Label common classroom or home objects with both their English name and Latin root (e.g., aqua for water).
Even though Latin isn’t spoken in daily life, Dinolingo’s Latin program uses fun activities to keep kids interested. Kids ages 2–14 can watch animations, sing songs, and match words to their meanings, making Latin feel active and playful.
Available on the web, iOS, and Android, Dinolingo makes it easy to explore the roots of language in a way that feels fresh and exciting.
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