Suffixes

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What does the suffix -ing indicate about a word?

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It makes a word happen in the present.

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What does the suffix -en mean in the word sharpen?

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It means to become sharp.

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Where do suffixes go in a word?

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At the end.

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What does the suffix -able mean?

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Able to do.

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What does it mean to be thankful?

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Full of thanks.

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What is a suffix?

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A group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning.

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Give an example of a word with the suffix -ful.

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Joyful (full of joy).

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What does the suffix -less mean?

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Without.

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What does the suffix -er indicate?

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It often means someone who does something, like 'teacher' (someone who teaches).

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What does the suffix -est indicate?

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It is used to show the highest degree, like 'biggest'.