Compound Words

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What is a compound word?

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A compound word is a word made up of two or more smaller words that combine to create a new meaning.

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Give an example of a compound word.

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Toothbrush is an example of a compound word made from 'tooth' and 'brush'.

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Is 'sunshine' a compound word?

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Yes, 'sunshine' is a compound word made from 'sun' and 'shine'.

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Is 'baseball' a compound word?

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Yes, 'baseball' is a compound word made from 'base' and 'ball'.

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What are the two parts of the compound word 'underarm'?

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The two parts are 'under' and 'arm'.

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Choose the compound word: 'banana', 'toothbrush', 'zipper', 'candle'.

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Toothbrush is the compound word.

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Where would you divide the compound word 'notebook'?

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You would divide it as 'note-book'.

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What does the word 'glasses' relate to when combined with 'sun'?

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The word 'glasses' relates to 'sun' as in 'sunglasses'.

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Is 'football' a compound word?

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Yes, 'football' is a compound word made from 'foot' and 'ball'.

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What is the first part of the compound word 'rainbow'?

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The first part is 'rain'.