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decathlon is of a Greek origin
δέκαθλον [thekathlon] < δέκα[theka] +άθλον [athlon]
δέκα = ten (see decade, decimal)
άθλος = achievement (see athlete)
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what is the root word of decathlon?
The root word of "decathlon" is "deca," which is a Greek prefix meaning ten. The word "decathlon" refers to an athletic competition consisting of ten different events.
What is an antonym for the word decathlon?
The word decathlon does not have an antonym.
Where was the first Decathlon held?
Greek Origin
How can you use decathlon in a sentence?
I like the word Decathlon it comes from the word donth in America
How do you use the word decathlon in a sentence?
A decathlon is very hard to complete.
What is the origin of decathlon?
The origin of the word decathalon is a combined event in athletics consisting of ten track and field events and is greek in origin and is won by the contestant that has the highest total score.
What are the syllables in the word decathlon?
de-cath-lon. 3 syllables.
What word is formed from these letters declohnta?
Those letters will spell decathlon.
What does the greek and latin root athlon mean?
The Greek root "athlon" means "prize" or "contest." It is often found in words related to competitions or contests, such as "athlete" or "decathlon."
Is this how you spell decathlon?
The correct spelling is decathlon.
What is a 10 event athletics contest?
A decathlon :)
How many events are in decathlon?
the prefix "dec" means ten, so i would say that an athlete participates in ten different events.
