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In this lesson, you will learn about prefixes — small groups of letters added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning. Understanding prefixes is like having a secret code-breaker for the 11+ exam. Even if you see an unfamiliar word, knowing its prefix can help you work out what it means.
A prefix is a group of letters placed at the start of a word to create a new word with a different meaning.
Example:
The prefix changes the meaning, but the original word (the root word) stays the same.
Key Rule: When you add a prefix, you do NOT change the spelling of the root word. Simply attach the prefix to the front.
- mis + spell = misspell (not "mispell")
- un + necessary = unnecessary (not "unnecesary")
- dis + satisfy = dissatisfy (not "disatisfy")
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