a clear and precise explanation of the meaning of a word or term

a naming word for a person, place or thing

the source or beginning of something like the place, time or history of a word or idea

the study of the origin of words and the ways their meanings have changed over time

French derived spelling: 'ch' (sh)

English

In this unit, pupils learn how spelling can relate to the origin and meaning of words.  In 'Verb adjectives and noun suffixes', pupils learn the grammar and spelling conventions associated with verb, adjective and noun suffixes.

In ‘Noun and adjectives suffixes’, pupils learnt the spelling and grammar conventions used with noun and adjective suffixes. In this unit, pupils learn how spelling can relate to the origin and meaning of words.

Suffixes, etymology and homophones

What does the **origin** of a word tell us?

Words containing the 'ch' spelling of the /sh/ sound come from...

Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold in the following sentence. The **fisch** had scales that shimmered and glistened.

Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold in the following sentence. Switch off the **masheen** before you go home.

I am **sertain** that I will get home before it gets dark.

I am **certain** that I will get home before it gets dark.

It is **inportent** to be kind to people.

It is **important** to be kind to people.

Tick the sentences where the words in bold are spelt correctly. 

Which word class is the word in bold in the following sentence? I grabbed the **ball** before it fell into the pond.

Identify the noun in the following sentence. They packed their bags and hurried away.

Identify the words that contain the /sh/ sound.

Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence. I need a new **callender** for the new year.

Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence. I go for a walk at the **reguler** time of 2 o'clock every day.

Starter Quiz