LEARNING STRAND 1: COMMUNICATION SKILLS (ENGLISH)

Module 53 (Elementary)

Using Various Resources in Getting the Meaning of Words

1. Use resources such as dictionary, thesaurus and online resources to

get the meaning of words.

Competency: Use dictionaries, thesaurus, and/ or online resources in getting the

meaning of the words.
 K to 12 BEC CG: LS1CS/ EN-R-PSD-AE-53/ EN4SS-IIh-1.4/ EN5V-Ij-8.1/ 8.2/
8.3

References:

G. (2014a, November 16). Parts of a Dictionary - PowerPoint PPT Presentation [Slide

Image]. SlideServe. https://www.slideserve.com/guinevere-ashley/parts-of-a-dictionary

H. (2014, July 13). Using a Thesaurus - PowerPoint PPT Presentation [Slide Image].
SlideServe. https://www.slideserve.com/holli/using-a-thesaurus

Merriam-Webster. (2020). [Image of Dictionary Page Sample]. STAAR Dictionaries.

https://staardictionaries.com/high-school/

Merriam-Webster. (2005, June 28). Merriam Webster Thesaurus: Paperback. Retrieved

November 4, 2020, from https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/merriam-webster-
thesaurus-merriam-webster/1101376424

Rabelas, G. U., Mangaser, V. D., Corteza, V. G., Pamintuan, R. B., Cadiong, G. M.,
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Rabelas, G. U., Mangaser, V. D., Corteza, V. G., Pamintuan, R. B., Cadiong, G. M.,
& Magtang, L. A. (2015). English Learner’s Material 4 (First Edition ed.). Pasig City,
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Teacher Irish Laqui. (2020, October 8). English 4 Lesson 2 Using Dictionary, Thesaurus
and Online Resources in Getting the Meaning of Words [Video]. YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHdu8YFzB94&feature=youtu.be

Thesaurus.com. (n.d.). Retrieved November 6, 2020, from

https://www.dictionary.com/browse/thesaurus-com
 In our day to day living, communication plays an important part. We use words to
express our ideas, thoughts and feelings. We express our ideas either through oral
or written. But whatever mode we use, familiarity to words define our understanding.
And one step to gain more words is through the use of a dictionary.

This module will provide you with varied activities to help you familiarize and use
the different tools in getting the meaning of unfamiliar words or the words that you
don’t understand. These tools will also improve your vocabulary skills. Remember, a
wide vocabulary is a good tool in becoming a good reader, a writer and a speaker.

In getting the meaning of a word we can make use of the following resources:

dictionary thesaurus online resources

A dictionary is a reference book that contains alphabetically arranged words or

words that are arranged from A-Z with their meanings. It also gives information about
grammar, pronunciation and other details about the listed words. Here is a sample page
of a dictionary.

gatekeeper guide words gauge

first guide word

entry
words

second guide word

https://staardictionaries.com/high-school/

The pair of words on the topmost part of a dictionary is called the guide words.
The first guide word found on the left is the first word on the page while the second
guide word is the last word on the page. All the words listed on a dictionary are called
entry words. These words are usually written in bold and are arranged alphabetically.
Now, let us take a closer look at an entry word to know its different parts.

https://www.slideserve.com/guinevere-ashley/parts-of-a-dictionary
 Each entry word has the following information:

Pronunciation - This is separated into syllables and tells you how to

pronounce the entry word;
Parts of Speech - This abbreviation tells you what part of speech the
define word is.
adverb (adv.) noun (n.)
adjective (adj.) preposition (prep.)
conjunction (conj.) pronoun (pron.)
interjection (interj.) verb (v.)

Definition - This explains the meaning of the entry word. If there is more
than one meaning, the definition is divided by numbers. Some
dictionaries also provide an example sentence to make the
meaning clearer.

In our example above, the entry word is mountain. Its part of speech is noun
and it has two definitions given: a large area of land that rises to a great height and a
large pile or amount.

Now, how will you know that a certain word belongs to a certain page? Example,
can you find the word monkey on the page with the guide words mole – mountain?
First, you need to arrange the guide words and the given word in alphabetical order.
Just like as shown down below:

mole
monkey Since monkey comes between the guide words, then
mountain monkey is on the same page as mole and
mountain.

Knowing how to get the meaning of the word using the dictionary, is indeed a
great help in making you understand the word deeper and will lead you to better
understanding of what you are reading. So how do we get the meaning of a certain
word using a dictionary? Say for example, we are looking for the meaning of the word
enhance.

- First, you need to think of what letter the word begins with. In this case the word
enhance begins with the letter E.
- Turn the pages of the dictionary that starts for that letter.
- Next use the guide words at the top of each page and what you know about the
alphabet to help you find the word.
- Scan down until you find the word you are looking for.
- When you find the word, look at its meaning. If the word has several meanings,
decide which meaning you think fits in the sentence.
- Try that meaning in the sentence to see if it makes sense.

Next resource that we can use in getting the meaning of a word is a thesaurus. A
thesaurus is a book that gives the synonyms and antonyms of a word.
 Synonyms are words with the same meanings like hot and warm, glad and happy,
fat and stout while antonyms are words with opposite meanings like hot and cold,
happy and sad, fat and thin.
Aside from synonyms and antonyms, a thesaurus also gives the meaning and part of
speech of a word. Here is an example part of a thesaurus.

https://www.slideserve.com/holli/using-a-thesaurus

Based on the given thesaurus, what are the words that you can use instead of
the word cold? Did you get chilly, cool, freezing, frosty or icy? If yes, you are right.
These words have the same meaning with the word cold.

In this modern time, online resources are also helpful in getting the meaning
and the information needed in order to understand unfamiliar words. Search engines
like Google or Yahoo can be use. You can also directly go to www.dictionary.com or
www.thesaurus.com .

An internet connection is needed to access these sources. Just like what the
dictionary and thesaurus provide, online sources give the same information. Images and
related videos to the word can also be accessed online

Just type here the word you are looking

for then click enter. All the things you
want to know about the word will come
out on your screen.

screenshot photo from www.google.com

 ACTIVITY PROPER

A. Direction: Read the following sentences. Write TRUE if it is correct and

FALSE if it is incorrect. Write your answer on a separate sheet.

__________ 1. A thesaurus is a book that gives the synonyms and antonyms of a

word.
__________ 2. Guide words are pair of words found on the topmost part of a dictionary
page.
__________ 3. The words in a dictionary and thesaurus are arranged alphabetically.
__________ 4. The word mane can be found under the guide words message -miles.
__________ 5. We use a dictionary to help us remember numbers.
__________ 6. Google and Yahoo are examples of search engines that can be utilized
for online resources.
__________ 7. The list of words found in a dictionary or a thesaurus are called entry
words.
__________ 8. Using a dictionary in finding the meaning of a word is easier than using
online resources.
__________ 9. In a thesaurus, correct pronunciation of the word is given through a
voice command by clicking the volume icon.
_________ 10. The guide words help find words easily because it tells you the first
and last entry words on a page.

B. Direction: Answer the following questions below by using the given

sample page of a dictionary and online thesaurus. Write the letter of the
correct answer in your answer sheet.

plumberplunder
plumb·er /ˈpləmər/ n. a person who installs and repairs the pipes and fittings of
water supply, sanitation, or heating systems.
plume /plo͞om/ n. a long, soft feather or arrangement of feathers used by a bird for
display or worn by a person for ornament.
plum·met /ˈpləmət/ v. fall or drop straight down at high speed.
plump /pləmp/ adj. having a full rounded shape.
plunder /pluhn-der/ v. to rob of goods or valuables by open force, as in war, hostile
raids, brigandage, etc.
 11. What is the last entry word on this page?
a. plumber b. plume c. plump d. plunder
12. What part of speech does the word plummet belong?
a. adjective b. noun c. pronoun d. verb
13. What word is defined as “having a full rounded shape”?
a. plume b. plummet c. plump d. plunder
14. What is the correct pronunciation of the word “plunder”?
a. plan-der b. pluhn-der c. pluhn-dir d. plohn- der
15. What is the meaning of the word plumber?
a. a person who bakes bread
b. a person who builds houses
c. a person who fixes electrical wirings
d. a person who installs and repairs pipes

16. What word was searched in the picture?

a. ease c. labor
b. holiday d. leisure
17. How many synonyms were provided?
a. 3 c. 5
b. 4 d. 6
18. All of the following words are antonyms of
the word leisure except one. What is it?
a. labor c. restraint
b. relaxation d. work
19. What part of speech is the word leisure?
a. adverb c. pronoun
b. noun d. verb
20. How do we pronounce the word leisure?
a. lee-zher c. lie-shor
b. lee-zur d. li-shur
screenshot photo from www.thesaurus.com

C. Direction: Read the short paragraph below. Replace the underlined

words with a synonym from the word bank. Use a dictionary,
thesaurus or online resources to help you in choosing the right words.
Rewrite the paragraph with the new words. Use a separate sheet for
your answer.

WORD BANK
love glad pals let use

Ana and Lita are friends. They are neighbors and classmates, too. They enjoy
playing badminton. They say it is an exercise and a fun way to spend their time. Coach
Sara invited them to join the badminton team. She said it will be fun. Mr. Dela Cruz,
their class adviser, said “I will allow you to join the badminton team.” Ana and Lita were
very happy.
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ANSWER KEY (ACTIVITY PROPER)

A B

1. True 6. True 11. D 16. D

2. True 7. True 12. D 17. D
3. True 8. False 13. C 18. B
4. False 9. False 14. B 19. B
5. False 10. True 15. D 20. A

C
21.-25.
Ana and Lita are pals. They are neighbors and classmates, too. They love
playing badminton. They say it is an exercise and a fun way to use their time. Coach
Sara invited them to join the badminton team. She said it will be fun. Mr. Dela Cruz,
their class adviser, said “I will let you to join the badminton team.” Ana and Lita were
very glad.
Name: _____________________________________ Date: ________________
ALS Center: ______________________________ Score: _______________

Evaluation Sheet No. 53 (Elementary)

Using Various Resources in Getting the Meaning of Words

Use another sheet of paper for your answers and written outputs. Submit your
answer after accomplishing your Summative Evaluation on or before the
deadline.

A. Direction: Put a check (/) if the information derived from the sample
dictionary/ thesaurus given below is correct and cross (x) if not.

beau-ti-ful /ˈbyo͞odəfəl/ adjective

1. pleasing the senses or mind aesthetically.
2. of a very high standard; excellent.

_____ 1. Beautiful may mean excellent

_____ 2. The word beautiful is an adverb.
_____ 3. The word beautiful has two syllables.
_____ 4. The pronunciation of the word beautiful is given.
_____ 5. There is only one meaning of the word beautiful provided in the entry.

Main Entry: ex·pen·sive /ikˈspensiv/ adjective 1. costing a lot of

money
Synonyms: extravagant, high, lavish, pricey, upscale, valuable
Antonyms: economical, reasonable, cheap, low-priced, unimportant

_____ 6. The word expensive is a noun.

_____ 7. The word expensive has three syllables.
_____ 8. Expensive means costing a lot of money.
_____ 9. The word cheap is an antonym of the word expensive.
_____ 10. Extravagant, lavish, and pricey are just some of the synonyms of the word
expensive.

B. Direction: Answer the following questions below by using the given

sample page of a dictionary and thesaurus. Write the letter of the
correct answer in your answer sheet.
 11. What part of speech is the word murder?
a. adjective b. adverb c. noun d. verb
photo from New International Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary of the English Language
12. Which of the following words mean a painting or decoration on the wall?
a. munificent b. munition c. mural d. murder
13. What is the correct pronunciation of the word mural?
a. miu- rel b. moor- r′əl c. mu-reyl d. myo͝or′əl
14. What word means ammunition and all the necessary war material?
a. munificent b. munition c. mural d. murder
15. All of the following words are meanings of the word munificent except one. What
is it?
a. bountiful b. generous c. kill d. liberal

reliable [ ri-lahy-uh-buhl] adj. trustworthy, dependable, good, honest, sincere

ANTONYMS: dishonest, bad, broken, corrupt, false
search [ surch] v. hunt, inquiry, investigate, chase, quest
ANTONYMS: ignorance, finding
transform [ trans-fawrm] v. alter, convert, mold, reconstruct, remodel, revamp
ANTONYMS: hold, keep, remain, preserve, stagnate
vibrant [ vahy-bruh nt] adj. alive, active, dynamic, energetic, lively
ANTONYMS: dispirited, dull, idle, inactive, lifeless, lazy

16. Which of the following words has the same meaning as dependable?
a. reliable b. search c. transform d. vibrant
17. What is the antonym or opposite word of the word vibrant?
a. active b. dynamic c. energetic d. lifeless
18. Which of the following words mean to convert or reconstruct?
a. reliable b. search c. transform d. vibrant
19. What word is the same as the following words: hunt, inquiry, investigate?
a. reliable b. search c. transform d. vibrant
20. Hold, keep, remain and preserve are ______ of the word transform.
a. antonyms b. pronunciation c. syllables d. synonyms

C. Direction: Create a sample dictionary that contains guide words and 5

entry words in it. Write the necessary information for each word. You
can use the sample below as your model. Use a dictionary, a
thesaurus or online resources in doing this activity. (5 points)
limplinguistic
limp /limp/ v. walk with difficulty, typically because of a damaged or stiff leg or foot.
linage /ˈlīnij/ n. the number of lines in printed or written matter, especially when used
to calculate payment.
linger /ˈliNGɡər/ v.stay in a place longer than necessary because of a reluctance to
leave.
lingual /ˈliNGɡwəl/ adj. relating to, near, or on the side toward the tongue.
linguistic /liNGˈɡwistik/ adj. relating to language or linguistics.
 Rubrics for Activity C
Creating a Sample Dictionary

Rubrics for Activity C of Summative Evaluation

Creating Sample Dictionary

Criteria 5 points 4points 3 points 2 points 1 point

Guide words are
written properly on the
topmost part of the
dictionary page.
The first guide word is
Only one
the first word on the All the Four of the Three of Two of the
of the
page while the second given given the given given
given
guide word is the last criteria criteria criteria criteria
criteria
word on the page. were were were were
was
The 5 entry words are observed observed observed observed
observed
correctly written in by the by the by the by the
by the
alphabetical order. learner. learner. learner. learner
learner.
Pronunciation and part
of speech of the words
are given.
The definition of each
word is provided.

ANSWER KEY (SUMMATIVE EVALUATION)

A B C
1.  6. x 11. D 16. A 21.-25.
2. x 7.  12. C 17. D Answers may
3. x 8.  13. D 18. C vary
4.  9.  14. B 19. B Refer to the
5. x 10.  15. C 20. A Rubrics for
checking