Prefix, Suffix, and Root Words

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What is a prefix?

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A prefix is a group of letters added to the beginning of a root word to change its meaning.

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Where is a prefix placed in a word?

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A prefix is attached to the beginning of a root word.

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What does the prefix 'pre-' mean?

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The prefix 'pre-' means 'before'.

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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 root word to change its meaning.

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Where is a suffix placed in a word?

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A suffix is attached to the end of a root word.

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What does the suffix '-ful' mean?

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The suffix '-ful' means 'full of'.

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What is a root word?

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A root word is the base part of a word that gives it meaning.

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What does the word 'beautiful' mean?

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The word 'beautiful' means 'full of beauty'.

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What is the prefix in the word 'reteach'?

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The prefix in the word 'reteach' is 're'.

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What is the suffix in the word 'thankful'?

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The suffix in the word 'thankful' is 'ful'.