"tion" and "sion"

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What is the suffix 'tion'?

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The suffix 'tion' is used to form nouns indicating an action or condition, often derived from verbs. For example, 'educate' becomes 'education'.

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What is the suffix 'sion'?

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The suffix 'sion' is used to form nouns indicating an action or condition, often derived from verbs that end in 'd' or 's'. For example, 'decide' becomes 'decision'.

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What does 'confusion' mean?

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Confusion means a state of being bewildered or unclear in one's mind.

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What does 'direction' mean?

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Direction means the course along which someone or something moves.

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What does 'vacation' mean?

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Vacation means a period of time spent away from home or school, often for relaxation or travel.

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What does 'addition' mean?

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Addition means the process of adding numbers together to get a total.

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What does 'progression' mean?

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Progression means the process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state.

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Give an example of a word that ends with 'tion'.

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An example is 'information'.

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Give an example of a word that ends with 'sion'.

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An example is 'expansion'.

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How do you form a noun from the verb 'educate'?

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You add the suffix 'tion' to form 'education'.