Understanding Affixes

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What is an affix?

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An affix is a morpheme that is attached to a root word to modify its meaning. Affixes can be prefixes (added to the beginning) or suffixes (added to the end).

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What is a root word?

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A root word is the base part of a word that carries the primary meaning and can stand alone or be modified by adding affixes.

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What is a prefix?

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A prefix is an affix that is added to the beginning of a root word to change its meaning. For example, 'un-' in 'unhappy'.

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is an affix that is added to the end of a root word to change its meaning or grammatical function. For example, '-ness' in 'happiness'.

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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The prefix 'un-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'. For example, 'unhappy' means 'not happy'.

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What does the suffix '-ness' indicate?

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The suffix '-ness' indicates a state or quality. For example, 'happiness' refers to the state of being happy.

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What is the meaning of the root word 'aud-'?

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The root word 'aud-' means 'to hear'. It is found in words like 'audible' and 'audience'.

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What is the meaning of the root word 'aqua-'?

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The root word 'aqua-' means 'water'. It is found in words like 'aquarium' and 'aquatic'.

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What is the meaning of the root word 'circum-'?

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The root word 'circum-' means 'around'. It is found in words like 'circumference' and 'circumnavigate'.

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What is reading fluency?

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Reading fluency is the ability to read a text smoothly and accurately, with appropriate expression and comprehension.