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

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

Spelling words with the suffix -ant

English

In this unit, pupils learn further noun suffixes, letter strings and homophones.  In 'Etymology and prefixes', pupils learn the grammar and spelling conventions associated with prefixes.

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

Noun suffixes, letter strings and homophones

Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the sentence.  I like to build my **nollidge** through reading. 

Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the sentence.  That person's face is **familyer**.

Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the sentence.   That man seems very **arogent**.

Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the sentence.   The brave young girl was very **defyant** and wouldn't listen to the instructors.

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

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

having great value, significance or importance

someone who helps or supports another person in their work or tasks

not the same as something else; distinct or unique

Select the words with a 'soft c' in them.

Select the words with a 'soft g' in them.

Starter Quiz