SUFFIX

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a letter or group of letters added at the end of a word to change its meaning or grammatical function.

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What does the suffix '-ful' indicate when added to a word?

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The suffix '-ful' means 'full of' or 'having the qualities of' and is used to form adjectives.

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Provide an example of a word that uses the suffix '-able'.

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An example of a word with the suffix '-able' is 'portable', which means capable of being carried.

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What is the meaning of the suffix '-ly'?

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The suffix '-ly' is used to form adverbs from adjectives, indicating the manner in which something is done.

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How does the suffix '-ful' change the meaning of the word 'beauty'?

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Adding the suffix '-ful' to 'beauty' creates the word 'beautiful', meaning full of beauty.

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What is the function of the suffix '-able' in the word 'enjoyable'?

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The suffix '-able' in 'enjoyable' indicates that something can be enjoyed.

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What type of words typically use the suffix '-ly'?

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The suffix '-ly' is typically used with adjectives to form adverbs.

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Can the suffix '-ful' be used with all nouns? Give an example.

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No, not all nouns can take the suffix '-ful'. For example, 'joy' can become 'joyful', but 'table' cannot become 'tableful'.

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What is the difference between 'painful' and 'pain'?

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'Painful' is an adjective describing something that causes pain, while 'pain' is a noun referring to the sensation itself.

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What does the suffix '-ly' imply about the word it modifies?

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The suffix '-ly' implies that the word it modifies describes the manner or way in which an action is performed.