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An introduction to prefixes and their function in creating new words. The document focuses on the prefixes dis-, mis-, and un- and their meanings, which are 'not', 'opposite of', and 'not' respectively. examples and exercises to help learners understand and apply the concepts.
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It is important to understand the definitions of prefixes because they help us figure out the meanings of any new words we come across. Think about the different words which can be created through adding the prefix dis- , like disconnect. Make a list on your whiteboard.
What does the prefix dis- mean? It means ‘ not ’ or ‘ the opposite of ’.
Break a connection so it is not connected any more. Do not follow a command.
What does the prefix mis- mean? It means ‘ wrong ’ or ‘ false ’.
Do something wrong. Read something wrongly. Put something in the wrong place.
Use all the information you have learned and practised about the prefixes dis- , mis- , un-. Work on your own to complete the Prefix Sort Activity Sheet.
Match the prefix to a root word to create a new word , these must make a real word to make a pair.