Etymological root
*(s)mey-
Proto-Indo-European
Words from this root(5)
smile
A2
/ˈsmaɪl/
To turn up the corners of your mouth to show you are happy, pleased, or friendly.
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mirror
A2
/ˈmiɹ.ɚ/
A piece of glass with a special backing that you can see your reflection in.
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miracle
B1
/ˈmɪɹ.ə.kəl/
An amazing event that cannot be explained by the laws of nature and is believed to be caused by God.
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admire
A2
/ədˈmaɪɹ/
To respect and approve of someone or something.
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marvel
C1
/ˈmɑɹvl̩/
To be filled with wonder or amazement at something.
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