Module 5 Week 2: Suffixes -er, -or-ist

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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 base word to change its meaning.

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What does the suffix -er mean?

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The suffix -er is used to indicate a person who performs an action, such as 'teacher' (one who teaches).

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What does the suffix -or mean?

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The suffix -or is used to indicate a person who does something, such as 'actor' (one who acts).

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What does the suffix -ist mean?

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The suffix -ist is used to indicate a person who specializes in a certain field, such as 'artist' (one who practices art).

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Where is a suffix added to a base word?

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A suffix is added to the end of a base word.

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What does an inventor do?

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An inventor creates new things or ideas.

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What does a sailor do?

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A sailor operates and navigates boats.

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What is the noun suffix for a person who studies Science?

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The suffix -ist is added to 'Science' to form 'Scientist'.

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What do you call someone who works with machines?

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A person who works with machines is called a machinist.

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

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An example is 'baker', which means someone who bakes.