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

a naming word for a person, place or thing

a type of noun that names an idea or quality that cannot be seen

Spelling words with the suffixes -ance and -ancy

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.  We are in need of some **asistence**.

Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the sentence.  Please show **tolurence** and respect in our school.

Starter Quiz