Using and spelling suffixes: -est
I can spell words using the suffix -est.
Using and spelling suffixes: -est
I can spell words using the suffix -est.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- A suffix is a letter or group of letters at the end of a word which creates another word.
- If the adjective ends in two consonant letters, the ending is simply added on.
- If the root word ends in a consonant + 'y', the 'y' is changed to 'i' before the suffix is added.
- If the root word ends in a consonant + 'e', the 'e' is removed before the suffix is added.
Keywords
Adjective - describes a noun
Suffix - a letter or group of letters added to the end of a root word
Root word - the base word from which other words are formed often by adding prefixes or suffixes
Syllable - a single sound or beat in a word that contains a vowel sound
Consonant - a sound that is made by blocking air in the mouth with the teeth, tongue, lips or palate
Common misconception
Pupils can think the -est suffix is spelt 'ist' or 'st' because that is what you can hear.
Review pupils' misconceptions after practice tasks. Even though the word can sound different, -est is always spelt in the same way.
Licence
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Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Just add -er.
Remove the ‘e’ and add -er.
Double the consonant and add -er.
Remove the ‘y’ and add -ier.