Learning Area English Grade Level 10

W1 Quarter 4th Date

I. LESSON TITLE Determining the Meaning of Terminologies using Dictionary, Thesaurus and Online
Sources
II. MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING
Distinguish technical terms used in research.
COMPETENCIES (MELCs)
III. CONTENT/CORE CONTENT Using Dictionary, Thesaurus, and Online Sources

IV. LEARNING PHASES AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES

I. Introduction (Time Frame: 40 minutes)
“Language grows by taking terms from various fields. Each field has a specialized vocabulary that communicates a
variety of concepts by means of technical language. This type of language is commonly used in research writing. For this
quarter, you will try your hand at developing your own research paper. To be able to write a good one, it is essential to
provide clear definitions or explanations for unfamiliar terms. Once you learn how to use dictionaries, thesaurus and other
online sources, defining technical terms will be easy.”

Let Us Review!
1. Using the DICTIONARY
If you are unable to understand the meaning of an unfamiliar word by using context clues, then you should look up the
word in a dictionary. Here are tips for proper dictionary usage.
✔ Look at the preface and notes in your dictionary. The preface contains explanations about the various symbols
and abbreviations. Find out what your dictionary has to offer.
✔ Good dictionaries include all known definitions of a word. When you are looking up a word, do not stop after you
have read the first meaning! Keep reading, and look for the meaning that best fits the context of your sentence.
✔ If the difficult word has a prefix such as un-- or mis-, you may have to look up the root word.
Other Important Entry Elements
1.1. Guide Words
The words listed in a dictionary are listed in alphabetical order, letter by letter. Pairs of guide words are
usually at the top of each set of facing pages. Guide words list the first and last defined word to appear on a
page (or facing pages).Using guide words help you quickly locate the word you seek.
If the guide words on facing pages are symbolic and sympathy, you will have to turn to the next page to
find symphonic.
1.2. Main/Word Entries
Main entries are the words that are explained in a dictionary. These words appear in boldface (dark) type.
Main entries may be single words, compound words, abbreviations, affixes, or phrases.
1.3. Parts of Speech The dictionary uses nine abbreviations for the parts of speech.
n. noun v.t. transitive verb adj. adjective
pron. pronoun interj. interjection adv. adverb
v.i. intransitive verb conj. conjunction prep. preposition
1.4. Restrictive labels
Subject labels tell you that a word has a special meaning when used in a particular field ( mus. for music,
med. for medicine, zool. for zoology, etc. ) Usage labels tell you how a word is used (slang, colloq, for colloquial,
dial. for dialect, etc.) Geographic labels tell you in which region of the country (N.E. for New England, West,
South, etc.) the definition applies.
1.5. Spelling
Not knowing how to spell a word can make it difficult to find in the dictionary, but not impossible. You will be
surprised at how quickly you can find most words by following the sounded-out spelling.
2. Using the THESAURUS
The best place to look for synonyms and antonyms is the thesaurus. A thesaurus is, in a sense, the opposite of a
dictionary. You go to a dictionary when you know the word but need the definition. You go to a thesaurus when
you know the definition but need the word. For example, you might want a word that means fear, the kind of fear
that causes more worry than pain. You need the word to complete the following sentence:
▪ Ginny experienced a certain amount of(fear) over the upcoming exam.
The thesaurus comes in two forms: Dictionary Form and Traditional Form.
If it is in dictionary form, you simply look up the word fear as you would in a dictionary. If, however, you have a
traditional thesaurus, you need to first look up the word in the alphabetical INDEX at the back of the thesaurus. You
might find this entry for fear in the index.
FEAR 860
Fearful painful 830
timid 862
The numbers after fear are GUIDE NUMBERS, not page numbers. If you look up number 860 in the body of the thesaurus,
you will find a long list of synonyms for the word fear: These include fearfulness, timidity, diffidence,
apprehensiveness, solicitude, anxiety, mistrust, suspicion, and qualm.

So, instead of using the word “fear,” the sentence becomes more appropriate by using a synonymous word:
▪ Ginny experienced a certain amount of anxiety over the upcoming exam.

3. Using the INTERNET

The internet provides many different types of information. Besides the dictionary and a thesaurus, definitions of terms
may also be searched via the World Wide Web.
Moreover, those who have smartphones may download mobile dictionary apps, such as Merriam-Webster, and Oxford
Dictionary of English,

D. Development (Time Frame: 30 minutes)

Activity 1: Parts of a Dictionary Entry
Direction: Determine the part of a dictionary entry by using the jumbled letters of the term and the provided meaning. You
may also use dictionary from online sources or mobile applications to accomplish this activity.
1. An TRENY WORD, listed alphabetically, shows how a word is spelled and how words of more than one syllable is
divided.
2. The CIAROPNOITNUN has symbols to show how to say the words.
3. A TRAP-OF-SCHEEP label gives the function or functions of a word.
4. LATERED FORMS, such as plurals, or the comparative forms are often given.
5. ULTIMPLE DEFINITIONS or meanings are numbered.
6. An ILLUSTIVERAT SENTENCE or phrase shows how a word is used.
7. An EMOTYLOGY, or word history, tells the origin of a word.
 8. An ENTACC shows which syllables are said with special force.
9. Sometimes a MYSYNON STUDY shows shades of meaning.
10. A MOGRAPHHO is spelled the same as another word but has a different origin and meaning.
Activity 2: Using a Thesaurus
Direction: Use a thesaurus to help you circle out the correct synonym to complete each sentence. You may also use
thesaurus from online sources or mobile applications to accomplish this activity.
1. Raf looks (orderly, trim) in his new suit.
2. Her booth at the hobby show is very (tidy, trim).
3. She swept it out, and it is (trim, shipshape).
4. He arranged the items to appear (orderly, trim).
5. He put his stamps in (neat, shipshape) rows.
6. Rolf is (shipshape, orderly) about everything.
7. Her room is always (shipshape, trim) too.
8. Even his old hat looks (trim, orderly) on him.
9. I rarely look (shipshape, trim) in my clothes.
10. I wish I were as (shipshape, tidy) as Raf.
11. I could become more (orderly, shipshape) by organizing my work.

E. Engagement (Time Frame: 90 minutes)

Activity 3: Words Worth Knowing
Directions: The thirty words included in the pool of words below come from specialized areas. Categorize each to complete
the table. Determine how many of these words you know well enough to use in your writing and speaking. Then,
use a dictionary to look up the meanings of words you do not know (10 words).

BUSINESS CHEMISTRY GEOGRAPHY

HEALTH HISTORY LANGUAGE

PHYSICAL
LAW MATH
SCIENCE
 RELIGION

Activity 4: Search the Term

Directions: Replace the italicized words in the following sentences with their exact specialized terms. Use a dictionary, the
internet, and the words in the parentheses as your reference. Configuration clues (boxed letters) are also given.
Ex.: Use a hand to grab the heavy metal ball by the handle and swing it up until it rests against your forearm. (Physical fitness)
Answer: Use one hand to grab a kettle bell by the handle and swing it up until it rests against your forearm.

A. Assimilation (Time Frame: 30 minutes)

Activity 5: Word Search Nutshell
Directions: In relation to the lesson and activities on word search using dictionaries, thesaurus, and online resources, answer
the table below.
Type of Reference What is it? How to use it for word search? How often do I use it?
Dictionary

Thesaurus

Online Sources

V. ASSESSMENT (Time Frame: 40 minutes)

(Learning Activity Sheets for Enrichment, Remediation, or Assessment to be given on Weeks 3 and 6)
Activity 6: Word Search Nutshell
Directions: The text below is an excerpt of Steve Jobs, “Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish” speech. To understand his message better,
look for the meaning of the eight (8) unfamiliar words in the speech. In doing so, refer to the sample below:

Word Entry: honored

Part of
adjective
Speech:
proud because
Meaning:
given respect
Similar Word: proud
Restrictive
n/a
Label:
Guide Words n/a
 Internet
Reference
(macmillandictionar
used:
y .com)

VI. REFLECTION (Time Frame: 10 minutes)

● Communicate your personal assessment as indicated in the Learner’s Assessment Card.
Personal Assessment on Learner’s Level of Performance
Using the symbols below, choose one which best describes your experience in working on each given task. Draw it in the
column for Level of Performance (LP). Be guided by the descriptions below:
✰ - I was able to do/perform the task without any difficulty. The task helped me in understanding the target content/ lesson.
✔ - I was able to do/perform the task. It was quite challenging, but it still helped me in understanding the target content/lesson.
? – I was not able to do/perform the task. It was extremely difficult. I need additional enrichment activities to be able to do this task.
Learning Task LP Learning Task LP Learning Task LP
Number 1 Number 3 Number 5
Number 2 Number 4 Number 6

VII. REFERENCES For lesson and activities:

Beech, Linda Ward, Beers, James, Cramer, Ronald, Feder, Chris Wells, McCarthy, Tara,
Najimy, Norman, and DeWayne Triplett. 1989. Language (Teacher’s Edition): Grade
8. Glenview, IL: Scott, Foresman and Company. p. 144.
Sebranek, Patrick, Meyer, Verne, and Dave Kemper. 1996. A Student Handbook for Writing
& Learning. Chicago: Writers, Inc., pp. 157, 159.
For illustrations: www.canva.com

Prepared by: Lucinda A. Jurilla Alfonso V. Mabuting Checked by: Lucinda A. Jurilla Maria Madel C. Rubia
Teacher-III Teacher-I Key Teacher Department Head

Luis Palad Integrated High School Luzviminda Cynthia Richelle F. Quintero

Education Program Supervisor