Fun With Prefixes

Worksheet Description

This Word Formation worksheet is designed to help students learn about prefixes and how they can change the meaning of base words. The worksheet lists a series of base words, such as “mature,” “moral,” and “possible,” and provides a selection of prefixes like “im-,” “a-,” and “mono-.” Students are tasked with combining these prefixes with the base words to form new words and are encouraged to write as many new words as they can for each prefix. The exercise challenges students to think about word structure and understand how adding a prefix can alter the word’s definition.

The worksheet aims to educate students on the use of prefixes in English language word formation. By attaching prefixes to the beginning of base words, students learn how to create words with opposite or different meanings from the original terms. This activity enhances their vocabulary by introducing them to a variety of new words and the concept that prefixes can impart specific meanings, such as negation with “im-” or singularity with “mono-.” Overall, this worksheet is a practical tool for improving language skills, including spelling, word recognition, and understanding word semantics.