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Medical Prefixes
Tachy-
Commonly used in cardiology when discussing heart rates or rhythms.
Literal Meaning
Fast, rapid
Actual Meaning
This means FAST. So "tachycardia" means a fast heartbeat.
Examples in Context

Tachycardia is a condition where the heart beats faster than normal.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Think of 'tachy' as in 'tachycardia' for fast heart rate.
  • 2Relate 'tachy' with 'tachometer', which measures speed.
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