a letter or group of letters added to the start of a root word to change its meaning

the base word from which other words are formed often by adding prefixes or suffixes

a hyphen can join a prefix to a base word to avoid ambiguity in meaning or spelling

Spelling words with the prefixes ad- and al- and hyphens

English

In this unit, pupils learn the grammar and spelling conventions associated with prefixes.  In 'Homophones and tense', pupils learn  pupils learn a range of spelling patterns and conventions, with a focus on homophones and suffixes. 

In ‘Noun suffixes, letter strings and homophones’, pupils learnt further noun suffixes, letter strings and homophones. In this unit, pupils learn the grammar and spelling conventions associated with prefixes.

Etymology and prefixes

Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the sentence.  I **allredy** have that football card.

Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the sentence.  **Allthow** I arrived late, the film had not begun.

Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the sentence.   He was a very kind and **afible** man.

What does the prefix co- usually mean? Example words are 'coordinate' or 'copilot'.

to return to a normal state of health or strength after illness or setback

to get back something that was lost or misplaced

on board, onto a ship, train or other vehicle

Correct the spelling of the word in bold.  Please **riwind** the film.

Starter Quiz