Öffnen – Englisch Vokabeln 5 Klasse
English vocabulary can be a challenge for fifth graders. This article provides explanations and practice exercises with solutions for common English vocabulary words.
Common English Vocabulary Words
Below are some common English vocabulary words that fifth graders might struggle with. Each word is followed by a definition and an example sentence.
- Compound – two or more words used together to form a new word, such as basketball or sunscreen
- Contraction – two words shortened to form a new word, such as don’t or can’t
- Prefix – a word part added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning, such as re- or un-
- Suffix – a word part added to the end of a word to change its meaning, such as -ed or -ing
Remember, when you come across a new word, take a moment to break it down and think about what prefixes, suffixes, or compound words might be at work. This will help you remember the meaning of the word more easily.
Exercises
Below are some practice exercises for fifth graders to try. Each exercise provides a list of words, and students are asked to identify the prefix, suffix, or compound word at work in each word.
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Prefixes
- reread
- redo
- refill
- regret
- reheat
- reward
- rewrite
- unpack
- undo
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Suffixes
- boredom
- careful
- childish
- clumsiness
- enjoyment
- excitement
- fearful
- hopeful
- thoughtful
- tiredness
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Compound Words
- airplane
- bathroom
- bedroom
- bookshelf
- butterfly
- campfire
- carpool
- checkup
- daydream
- firefighter
Remember, when you come across a new word, take a moment to break it down and think about what prefixes, suffixes, or compound words might be at work. This will help you remember the meaning of the word more easily.
