The Significance of Prefixes in Word Formation

The video tutorial introduces prefixes, explaining their role in altering word meanings. It categorizes prefixes into families such as 'not', time-related, excess, repetition, and numbers. Examples illustrate how prefixes like 'un', 'pre', 'super', and 're' modify root words. The tutorial also provides spelling tips and concludes with a review and practice questions to reinforce learning.

What does the prefix 're' mean and how is it used in a sentence?

Describe the prefix 'inter' and give an example of its use.

What does the prefix 'trans' mean and can you list some words that use it?