How to Use Prefixes and Suffixes to Expand Your Vocabulary
Expanding your English vocabulary does not always mean memorizing hundreds of new words. One smart and effective strategy is learning how prefixes and suffixes work. These small word parts can completely change the meaning or function of a word. When you understand them, you can guess the meaning of unfamiliar words more easily. A prefix is added to the beginning of a word. For example, “un-” in “unhappy” changes the meaning to “not happy.” A suffix is added to the end of a word. For example, “-ness” in “happiness” changes the adjective “happy” into a noun. By learning common prefixes and suffixes, you can build many new words from just one base word. In this practical guide, you will learn how prefixes and suffixes work,…