Word Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes

## Unlocking the Power of Word Parts Many words are made up of smaller parts: roots, prefixes, and suffixes. Learning these parts is like having a secret code to unlock the meaning of new words! ### What are Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes? - **Root:** The main part of the word that holds the basic meaning. - **Prefix:** Letters added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning. - **Suffix:** Letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning or part of speech. ### How to Use These Word Parts - Break a word into its parts to guess its meaning. - Remember common prefixes and suffixes to grow your vocabulary. - Practice by looking for these in your reading! ### Why It Matters Knowing word parts helps you understand more words, spell better, and become a word detective!