Compound Words

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What is a compound word?

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A compound word is made when two smaller words are combined to create a new word with a different meaning.

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Give an example of a compound word.

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Rainbow (rain + bow)

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What does 'rainfall' mean?

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Rainfall is the amount of rain that falls in a specific area.

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Is 'doghouse' a compound word?

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Yes, 'doghouse' is a compound word made from 'dog' and 'house'.

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What is the compound word for 'mail' + 'man'?

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Mailman.

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What are the two words in 'cupcake'?

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Cup + cake.

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Which of the following is a compound word: 'sunshine', 'sunny', 'sun'?

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Sunshine.

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What does 'bookmark' mean?

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A bookmark is a tool used to mark a place in a book.

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Is 'basketball' a compound word?

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Yes, 'basketball' is made from 'basket' and 'ball'.

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What is the compound word for 'tooth' + 'brush'?

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Toothbrush.