Suffixes

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a group of letters added at the end of a word to change its meaning or function.

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Where does a suffix go in a word?

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At the end of a word.

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What does the suffix '-ist' mean?

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It refers to a person who performs or practices something.

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What does the suffix '-ness' indicate?

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It indicates the state or quality of something.

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What does the suffix '-less' mean?

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It means without.

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What is an example of a word with the suffix '-er'?

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Teacher, which means someone who teaches.

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What does the suffix '-able' mean?

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It means capable of being or suitable for.

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What is the meaning of the suffix '-ful'?

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It means full of or having.

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What is an example of a word with the suffix '-ment'?

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Enjoyment, which refers to the state of enjoying.

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What does the suffix '-ly' indicate?

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It turns an adjective into an adverb.