Compound Words

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What is a compound word?

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A compound word is formed when two or more words are combined to create a new word with a specific meaning.

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Give an example of a compound word that refers to a type of light.

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Headlight.

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What is the compound word for a book used for writing notes?

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Notebook.

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What compound word refers to the natural light during the day?

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Daylight.

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What is the meaning of the compound word 'someone'?

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Someone refers to an unspecified person.

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What does the compound word 'somebody' mean?

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Somebody refers to an unspecified person, similar to 'someone'.

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How do you identify a compound word in a sentence?

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Look for words that are joined together without spaces and have a combined meaning.

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What is the difference between 'someone' and 'somebody'?

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There is no significant difference; both refer to an unspecified person.

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Can compound words be hyphenated?

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Yes, some compound words can be hyphenated, such as 'mother-in-law'.

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What is an example of a compound word that describes a time of day?

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Daylight.