The analysis of word origins, known as etymology, is important in comprehending the modern vocabulary because it concerns history. Scrutinizing the word meaning enhances comprehension and correct application of vocabulary. This article investigates the value of etymology and its educational uses for students and its great effect on vocabulary development. The analysis of this research is based on the articles compiled on scholarly research done on the subject. The author of the work stresses that knowing words etymologically accelerates the understanding of their meanings and therefore improves terminology knowledge. Furthermore, the etymology of words helps in the cognitive workings of the brain and in the processes of learning a new language; both first and second languages.

etymology, vocabulary acquisition, language learning, word origins.

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