Prefixes & Suffixes

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What is a prefix?

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A prefix is a syllable added to the beginning of a word that changes its meaning.

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a syllable added to the end of a word that changes its meaning.

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What does the prefix 'RE-' mean?

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The prefix 'RE-' means 'again'.

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What does the suffix '-er' indicate?

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The suffix '-er' indicates 'someone who does something'.

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What does the prefix 'EN-' mean?

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The prefix 'EN-' means 'to put into'.

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What does the suffix '-able' mean?

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The suffix '-able' means 'capable of being'.

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What is an affix?

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An affix is a general term for a prefix or suffix added to a root word.

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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 its main meaning.

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What does the suffix '-ness' indicate?

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The suffix '-ness' indicates a state or quality.

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What does the prefix 'UN-' mean?

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The prefix 'UN-' means 'not'.