0.3.0: Cognates

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    When you are learning a language, cognates are an important tool! A cognate is a word that looks like and means the same things as a word you already know. Cognates help us understand the new language by using information we already know.

    For example, you can probably figure out parts of this sentence: "Cognados son importantes."

    If you guess that means "Cognates are important", you were right!

    Whenever you read or listen to a new language, pay special attention for cognates, and it will help you successfully understand the message.

    Exercise A

    Which words are cognates?

    1. Música
    2. Lápiz
    3. Instrumento
    4. Profesor
    5. Libro
    6. Compañía
    7. Comida
    8. Información
    Answer

    Música, Instrumento, Profesor, Compañía, and Información are all cognates!

     

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