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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Sunflower (sun + flower)

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What makes the word 'raincoat' a compound word?

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It is made from 'rain' and 'coat'.

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What makes the word 'snowman' a compound word?

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It is made from 'snow' and 'man'.

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What is the compound word formed from 'see' and 'saw'?

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Seesaw.

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What makes the word 'starfish' a compound word?

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It is made from 'star' and 'fish'.

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What makes the word 'cupcake' a compound word?

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It is made from 'cup' and 'cake'.

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What are the two words in the compound word 'toothbrush'?

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Tooth + brush.

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What is a compound word that means a place to sleep?

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Bedroom (bed + room).

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What is a compound word that means a small child?

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Baby-sitter (baby + sitter).