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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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 'doghouse' a compound word?

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

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Which word is a compound word: hotdog, dog, dogs, hot?

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Hotdog is a compound word made from 'hot' and 'dog'.

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Which word is a compound word: sun, sunset, sunny?

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Sunset is a compound word made from 'sun' and 'set'.

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Cup + Cake = ?

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Cupcake is the compound word formed from 'cup' and 'cake'.

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What are some examples of compound words?

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Some examples are: toothpaste, basketball, and rainbow.

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Can you break down the word 'notebook'?

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Yes, 'notebook' is made from 'note' and 'book'.

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Is 'toothbrush' a compound word?

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Yes, 'toothbrush' is a compound word made from 'tooth' and 'brush'.

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What does 'rainbow' mean?

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'Rainbow' is a compound word made from 'rain' and 'bow', referring to the colorful arc seen in the sky.