Republic of the Philippines

Region V
Schools Division of Sorsogon
GUBAT III DISTRICT 5
ENGLISH
Quarter 1, LAS NO.2

INFERRING THE MEANING OF UNFAMILIAR WORDS

USING CONTEXT CLUES

Name_______________________________________________________________________

Grade and Section_________________________________ Date________________________

I. INTRODUCTORY CONCEPT

It is easy to guess the meaning of unfamiliar words if the clues or hints are given. In this
learning activity, you will learn the ways on how to get the meaning of unfamiliar words with the
use of context clues.

II. LEARNING COMPETENCY

Infer the meaning of unfamiliar words using context clues (EN5WC-II-3.7)

III. ACTIVITIES

TASK I: Let Us Review

Direction: Find the synonym of the following words. Encircle the letter of your choice.

1. fragile- a. breakable b. soft c. chubby d. skinny

2. disease- a. fortune b. illness c. emotion d. condition

3. gloomy- a. sunny b. stormy c. dark d. windy

4. vehicle - a. form of transportation b. kind of food c. jewelry d instrument

5. mentor- a. playmate b. housemaid c. teacher d. conductor

TASK 2: Let Us Study

Context clues are hints which are needed to get the meaning of new or unfamiliar words. These
clues are found in the sentence, statement and paragraph

Example:

1. Please handle the glass jar with care, its fragile, thus easily broken.

Explanation; The word fragile means easily broken. Therefore, fragile and easily broken are
the same.

2. Miss Alegre is a spinster. She remained unmarried.

The second example shows that the meaning of spinster is being single or unmarried.

Now, it’s your turn to do the activity!

TASK 3: Let Us Practice

Direction: Read and study the sentences carefully. Encircle the context clues found in the
sentence to get the meaning of the underlined word.

1. Melancholy or sadness filled the hearts of the family and friends of the late Pres. Benigno
C. Aquino, when he died due to sickness.
2. Green horns, being the new members of the basketball team were given the chance to prove
themselves.
3. Attorney Crisanto B. Salazar a brilliant lawyer, helps the needy.
4. Aling Monica sews uniforms gowns and casual dress. She has been a seamstress
for almost thirty years.
5. My grandmother uses her spectacles, a pair of eyeglasses from Acebedo Optical.

Let Us Remember

The context clues are essential in getting the meaning of unfamiliar words. You have to analyze
the sentence or paragraph in order to get the meaning of unfamiliar words.

Let Us Practice More!

Analyze the sentences and answer the question with yes or no

1. Fire is both a friend and a foe. Fire helps us in many ways. Fire is considered a foe
when it caused damages to life and property.
Does the word foe means an enemy? _____

2. If you are a chauffeur, be a responsible and law- abiding driver.

Is correct to say that chauffer is the same as passenger? ____
 3. My hush puppy is ill. I will bring my pet to our trusted veterinarian; hence animal
doctor has the capacity and knowledge in treating sick animals.

Veterinarian is an animal doctor, isn’t he? ______

4. My husband is in ideal better half.

Is the word better half synonymous to husband/ partner?

5. The IATF strictly implements the health protocols, set of rules and procedures to prevent
the spread of covid 19 virus.
Protocols are set of rules to be followed___

Let Us Remember

We can infer/ guess the meaning of unfamiliar words by using context clues which serve as
hints.

Let Us Practice More!

Study the italicized words in the sentences. Underline the context clues.

1. Let’s buy new trousers because Nelson needs to replace his old pants.

2. The winner was well- applauded, loud claps were heard all over the hall.

3. Don’t disturb the bookworm. He really loves to read books.

4. Palatable foods, delicious and yummy are s available at Carmi’s Restaurant.

5. A mystery which we believe is somewhat hard to explain.

IV. EVALUATION

Direction: Give the meaning of the underlined word by looking at the appropriate context clues
in the sentence. Place the word/ phrase inside the box.

1. The boastful shrimp is so proud of its appearance. Many shrimps dislike its attitude.
2. An introvert person seldom talks and mingles with other people. He prefers to be alone.
3. Huge problems sometimes crushed us to the ground. Big trials weaken our faith in God.
4. We should avoid talking about other people’s lives. Gossiping is not good.
5. The bishop and the clergy of Sorsogon enjoy their day off every Tuesday. Bishop Jose
Dialogo and the priests deserve to have a break once a week.
Task 1 Task 2 Task 3

1.a 1. sadness 1. Enemy

2.b 2. new members 2. Driver

3.c 3. Lawyer 3. animal doctor

4.a 4. sews uniforms, gowns and dress 4. husband

5.c 5. eyeglasses 5. Set of rules

Evaluation

1. proud
2. seldom talks and mingles with others
3. big
4. talking about other people’s lives

References

Merriam-Webster Dictionary

DLP in English 5 RV Q3 WK 4

Teacher- made learning activities

Prepared by:

Rowena A. Yu

MT- I QA Team

ROWENA A. YU

MT-I

JEANNA D. ESCALANTE

PRINCIPAL-I

LIZA D. SALONGA

OIC, PSDS