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Adding '-es' to verbs ending in 'y'

Suffixes

Unit Summary

In this unit, pupils learn certain spelling rules associated with suffixes. Pupils will learn how the addition of a suffix can affect the grammar of a word, for example by changing its word class or tense.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to add the suffix -es to verbs that end in 'y'.

Key Notes

  • A suffix is a letter or group of letters at the end of a word which creates another word.
  • The 'y' is changed to 'i' before '-es' is added.
  • Verbs agree with the noun they are paired with.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • verb: a doing or a being word
  • suffix: a letter or group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Children may assume the rule applies to all verbs with no exceptions.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.

A suffix is a letter or group of letters at the end of a word which creates another word. The 'y' is changed to 'i' before '-es' is added.

2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'verb'

a doing or a being word.

3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.

Mistake: Children may assume the rule applies to all verbs with no exceptions. Correction: Remind children that rules are for most spellings, but not all. There are exceptions to the taught rule such as I play - She plays.

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