Here's a breakdown:
* Words are made up of three parts:
* Prefix: Comes at the beginning (e.g., "un" in "unhappy").
* Root Word: The core meaning (e.g., "happy" in "unhappy").
* Suffix: Comes at the end (e.g., "-ness" in "happiness").
Examples of suffixes:
* -ing: (running, swimming)
* -ed: (played, walked)
* -er: (teacher, baker)
* -ly: (quickly, happily)
* -ness: (sadness, kindness)
* -ful: (beautiful, helpful)
Where else do suffixes appear?
* Technical terms: (e.g., "-ology" in biology, geology)
* Medical terms: (e.g., "-itis" in arthritis, bronchitis)
* Scientific terms: (e.g., "-scope" in telescope, microscope)
Let me know if you'd like more examples or want to explore a specific type of suffix!