Adverb suffixes -ly, -ily, -ways, -wise

Adverb suffixes -ly, -ily, -ways, -wise

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English

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an adverb?

Back

An adverb is a word that describes or modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb, often telling us how, when, where, or to what extent something happens.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the suffix '-ly' indicate when added to an adjective?

Back

The suffix '-ly' is used to form adverbs from adjectives, indicating the manner in which an action is performed.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of an adverb formed with the suffix '-ly'.

Back

Quickly (from the adjective 'quick').

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the suffix '-ily' indicate when added to an adjective?

Back

The suffix '-ily' is used to form adverbs from adjectives, similar to '-ly', but is often used with adjectives ending in 'y'.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of an adverb formed with the suffix '-ily'.

Back

Happily (from the adjective 'happy').

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the suffix '-ways' indicate when added to a word?

Back

The suffix '-ways' is used to indicate a manner or direction, often used in phrases like 'sideways'.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of an adverb formed with the suffix '-ways'.

Back

Sideways (indicating a direction).

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