Suffix -tion

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What is a suffix?

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

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What does the suffix -tion indicate?

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The suffix -tion indicates the action or result of a verb, turning it into a noun.

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

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Transportation.

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What is the meaning of the word 'transport'?

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To carry or move something from one place to another.

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What is the meaning of the word 'transportation'?

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The act of moving people or goods from one place to another.

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What is the meaning of the word 'appreciate'?

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To recognize the value or significance of something.

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What is the meaning of the word 'appreciation'?

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The recognition and enjoyment of the good qualities of someone or something.

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What is the meaning of the word 'punctuation'?

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The use of symbols like periods, commas, and question marks to clarify meaning in writing.

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How does the suffix -tion change the word 'inform'?

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It changes 'inform' to 'information', turning the verb into a noun.

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What is the difference between 'reflection' and 'reflect'?

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'Reflection' is a noun meaning the act of reflecting, while 'reflect' is a verb meaning to throw back light or heat.