The words “macro” and “micro” are used to describe size and scale. Let’s look at what each word means, where they come from, and how you can tell them apart.
“Macro” and “micro” come from Greek words. “Macro” means large or big, and “micro” means small or tiny. These words help us talk about things that are big or small.
“Macro” is used when talking about big things or the big picture. For example, when we look at a whole city or an entire plan.
“Micro” is used when talking about small things or tiny details. For example, looking at a small insect or tiny parts of a picture.
You can remember that “micro” is small because an insect called a “microbe” is very tiny. Also, the word “microscope” has “micro” in it, and we use a microscope to look at tiny things.
In summary, “macro” refers to big things, the big picture, or large-scale ideas. “Micro” refers to small things, tiny details, or small-scale ideas. Remember, “micro” is small, like a microbe, and “macro” is big, like looking at a whole city. Knowing these words helps us talk about and understand different sizes and details around us.
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