prefixes/suffixes
What is prefixe/suffixe
A suffix is a word part added to the end of a word.
A prefix is a word part added to the beginning of a word or base word.
What are the 5 main context clues?
definition clues, example clues, synonym clues, antonym clues, and inference clues.
What are 10 examples of prefix's and suffix's?
- Un
- Re
- In
- Dis
- Pre
- Mis
- Over
- Sub
What is the importance of context clues?
to help them understand the meaning of an unfamiliar word.
Why do we need suffixes?
To change its conjugation, word type, or other grammer.
What are four ways you can use context clues?
- Connect what you know with the text.
- Predict a meaning.
- Confirm revise your prediction. Read the sentence again using your prediction.
What do suffixes tell you?
Show how a word will be used in a sentence and what part of speech the word tells you.
What are five main context clues?
- definition clues
- example clues
- synonym clues
- antonym clue
Why do they teach suffixes?
Suffixes can help you understand the meaning of new words that you come across.