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 co-, pre-, pro- and sus-

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

Match the prefix to the word to create real words.

Correct the spelling of the word in bold:  Please **kowopirate** with your partner.

Correct the spelling of the word in bold: Please **pruseed** along the corridor.

Correct the spelling of the word in bold: Please **conpleet** your work.

What does the prefix inter- usually mean? Example words are 'international' or 'intercity'.

What does the prefix bi- usually mean? Example words are 'bicyle' or 'bisect'.

relating to a time before written history

a spinning blade that pushes a vehicle forward

Starter Quiz