Prefixes and Suffixes Part 4

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Prefixes and suffixes are special groups of letters added to the beginning or end of a word to change its meaning.

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Prefixes and suffixes are special groups of letters added to the beginning or end of a word to change its meaning. A prefix comes before a word, like 'un-' in 'unhappy,' which means 'not happy.' A suffix is added at the end of a word, such as '-ful' in 'joyful,' meaning 'full of joy.' Using prefixes and suffixes can help you understand new words better. For example, if you know 'play' means to have fun, adding the suffix '-er' makes 'player,' which means someone who plays. This way, you can create many new words and expand your vocabulary!

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