What is a root word?
Root Words

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A root word is the basic part of a word that gives it meaning. It can stand alone or be combined with prefixes and suffixes.
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What is the root word in 'jumping'?
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jump
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What is the root word in 'lunches'?
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lunch
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What is the root word in 'drinking'?
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drink
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What is the root word in 'teacher'?
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teach
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What is the root word in 'unbreakable'?
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break
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?
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The prefix 'un-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'.
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