suffix
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈsʌfɪks/
KK: /ˈsʌfɪks/
noun
Definition
A part added to the end of a word that changes its meaning or grammatical function, like -ing or -ed.
Example
In the word 'happiness', the suffix is '-ness'.
Conversation
I just learned about the different types of suffix in my English class.
Oh really? I find that so interesting!
Yeah, it's amazing how adding a suffix can change the meaning of a word.
Absolutely! It makes language so much more dynamic.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
affix
ending
appendix
Antonyms
prefix
root
base
transitive verb
Definition
To add a group of letters at the end of a word to change its meaning or form.
Example
In English, you can suffix the word 'happy' with '-ness' to create 'happiness'.
Tense Forms
Past: suffixed
Past Participle: suffixed
Conversation
Have you ever thought about how to suffix words in English?
Not really, but I know it can change their meanings.
Yeah, like adding '-ly' to make an adjective into an adverb.
Root Explanation
**Suffix** → It is formed from the prefix "sub-" (meaning under or below) and the root "figere" (meaning to fix or attach). The word "suffix" refers to something that is attached or fixed at the end of a word.
Memory Tip
Think of something being 'fixed' ('figere') 'under' or 'below' ('sub-') — that's how a suffix is added at the end of a word.
Visually Confused Words
subfix
sufi