# Classical roots and words — vocabulary builder

> Learn Greek and Latin roots and vocabulary for English word mastery. (iPhone/iPad app by Trung Nguyen.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classical-roots-and-words/id1287361579 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Trung Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1205541678)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: $3.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 81 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-09-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classical-roots-and-words/id1287361579/reviews.md

## What is Classical roots and words?

This app is designed to help you study Greek and Latin roots and vocabulary originated from them.
 
Greek and Latin have been the sources of most  of  the words  in the English language. A knowledge of Greek and Latin roots will  not  only  help you remember the meanings of the words but will help you guess at the meanings of new words. 

If you are preparing for SAT, GRE, GMAT or ACT, etc., this app will be helpful for you to learn difficult vocabulary such as abnegation, abstruse, ostracize, veracity, corporeal, cursory, dichotomy, extraneous, extradite, hedonism, etc. For example, if you know the root neg- means "to say no", you can easily remember "abnegation" which means "self-denial" and  "renege", which means "to go back on a promise or commitment"

The app is useful tool and reference for anyone who is interested in Greek and Latin roots and the development of English vocabulary. 


● Roots
- Over 260 roots
- Detailed meaning and derived words
- 6 units of roots (50 roots per unit)
- Quiz: find a root that has the meaning in the question
- learn 5 roots daily


● Words
- Over 1200 words
- Detailed meaning, sample sentence, etymology, roots
- 25 units of words (50 words per unit)
- Flashcards: tap a card to see its meaning
- learn 5 words daily


● Words from mythology
- List of words from Greek and Latin mythology such as herculean, titanic, zephyr, asinine, equestrian, opus, odyssey, siren, satyr, zealot, ambrosia, ethos, hubris, gorgon, halcyon, platonic, lethargic etc.
- Do you know that hector, stentorian, nestor all come from Homer's Iliad? Exploring the mythology behind those words and you can easily remember them.
- Over 200 words from mythology in total


● Other features:
- Bookmark feature
- Search feature

## Key features

- Over 260 Greek and Latin roots
- Over 1200 derived vocabulary words
- Words from mythology
- Flashcards for word study
- Root quizzes
- Bookmark and search functionality

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classical-roots-and-words/id1287361579/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Phonetic symbols would be appreciated

*2019-05-19*

As in title, if added it would be more convenient. And I’m not sure if some words have more than one roos or it’s just that they are not shown. So all related roots being shown would be best. If it is so, please ignore the latter suggestion.

## Frequently asked questions about Classical roots and words

### What is the price of Classical Roots and Words?

Classical Roots and Words is a paid app, available for $3.99. This one-time purchase grants you full access to all its features without any recurring fees.

### Does Classical Roots and Words have ads?

No, Classical Roots and Words is ad-free. You can study vocabulary and roots without any interruptions from advertisements.

### What devices is Classical Roots and Words available on?

Classical Roots and Words is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How often is Classical Roots and Words updated?

The app was last updated on September 27, 2023, with version 3.0. This indicates regular maintenance and potential feature additions.

### What age rating does Classical Roots and Words have?

Classical Roots and Words has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for a wide range of users, including younger learners.

### Can I use Classical Roots and Words offline?

The provided information does not specify offline functionality. However, vocabulary and reference apps are often designed to work without an internet connection.

### How does Classical Roots and Words help with standardized tests?

The app specifically mentions being helpful for preparing for tests like SAT, GRE, GMAT, and ACT. By learning roots and vocabulary, users can better understand and guess the meaning of difficult words encountered on these exams.

### What is the total number of roots and words available?

Classical Roots and Words features over 260 Greek and Latin roots and more than 1200 derived vocabulary words. It also includes over 200 words from mythology.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 3.0 — 2023-09-27

We have improved the app's performance in this version.

### 1.0 — 2017-09-22

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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