Deep Look at Suffix -y

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is an educational activity focused on the suffix “-y” and its function in word formation. Students are first asked to define a suffix and then to describe what adding “-y” to a word does. Following this, there is an exercise where students must write words that correspond to definitions provided, all of which are characteristic of the “-y” suffix. The final question prompts students to recall and list other words they know that end with “-y”.

The worksheet is designed to deepen students’ understanding of suffixes, specifically “-y”, and how they can alter the meaning of root words. It teaches students to recognize and form adjectives that describe certain qualities or conditions, such as being like or full of something, often related to the root word. By connecting meanings to the corresponding “-y” adjectives, the worksheet enhances vocabulary acquisition and comprehension. Additionally, it encourages students to actively engage with their existing vocabulary by recalling other words that include the suffix “-y”.