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English Class 10 - One Word Notes

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One Word Substitution

Welcome to the chapter on One Word Substitution for Class 10. In this chapter, you will learn how to replace long phrases or sentences with a single word. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to use one word substitutions to make your English more concise and effective!

Introduction

One word substitution means using a single word in place of a group of words or a full sentence. It helps to make sentences shorter and clearer.

Examples of One Word Substitution

  • A person who writes poems: Poet
  • A place where books are kept: Library
  • A person who cannot see: Blind
  • A life story written by oneself: Autobiography
  • A person who looks on the bright side of things: Optimist
  • A person who does not eat meat: Vegetarian
  • A person who travels on foot: Pedestrian
  • A person who studies the stars: Astronomer
  • A person who repairs water pipes: Plumber
  • A place where animals are kept: Zoo

How to Use One Word Substitution

  • Read the phrase carefully and think of a single word that means the same.
  • Use the one word in your sentence to make it shorter and clearer.

Fun Activity: Guess the Word!

Try to find one word for these phrases:

  • A person who teaches students
  • A place where we buy medicines
  • A person who flies an aircraft
  • A person who cannot hear

Summary

  • One word substitution makes sentences short and clear.
  • It is useful for writing and speaking effectively.

Practice Questions

  1. One word for "a person who acts in plays": __________
  2. One word for "a place where clothes are made": __________
  3. One word for "a person who treats sick people": __________
  4. One word for "a person who draws maps": __________
  5. One word for "a person who sells flowers": __________

Challenge Yourself

  • Make a list of 10 more one word substitutions you find in your textbook or dictionary.
  • Use five one word substitutions in your own sentences.

Did You Know?

  • Using one word substitutions can help you score better in competitive exams!
  • Many English words come from Latin and Greek roots.

Glossary

  • Substitution: Replacing one thing with another.
  • Concise: Short and clear.
  • Phrase: A group of words with a meaning.

Answers to Practice Questions

  1. Actor
  2. Tailor
  3. Doctor
  4. Cartographer
  5. Florist

Use one word substitutions to make your English smart and impressive!

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