Spelling Prefixes

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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 word to change its meaning.

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What does the prefix 'mis-' mean?

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The prefix 'mis-' means wrong or badly.

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What does the prefix 'dis-' mean?

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The prefix 'dis-' means not or opposite of.

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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The prefix 'un-' means not or the opposite of.

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What is the meaning of the word 'misplace'?

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To misplace means to put something in the wrong place.

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What is the meaning of the word 'misstep'?

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A misstep is a wrong step or mistake in action.

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What is the meaning of the word 'distrust'?

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To distrust means to have no trust or confidence in someone or something.

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What is the meaning of the word 'mislabel'?

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To mislabel means to label something incorrectly.

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Give an example of a word with the prefix 'mis-'.

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Misunderstand.

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Give an example of a word with the prefix 'dis-'.

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Disagree.