word formation

word formation

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English

3rd Grade

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1.

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What is word formation?

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Word formation is the process of creating new words by adding prefixes, suffixes, or combining existing words.

2.

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Front

What is a prefix?

Back

A prefix is a group of letters added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning, such as 'un-' in 'unhappy'.

3.

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What is a suffix?

Back

A suffix is a group of letters added to the end of a word to change its form or meaning, such as '-ing' in 'running'.

4.

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Front

What does the word 'pronunciation' mean?

Back

Pronunciation refers to the way in which a word is spoken.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the word 'deforest' mean?

Back

Deforest means to clear an area of trees.

6.

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Front

What does the word 'gently' mean?

Back

Gently means to do something in a soft or mild manner.

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What is an extension in terms of word formation?

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An extension is a word formed by adding a suffix to a base word, like 'extend' to 'extension'.

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