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Word Families
⭐ MasteredA word family is a group of words that share the same root or base, such as play, player, playful and replay.
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Learning word families helps you guess the meaning of new words.
All about Word Families
A word family is a group of words that share the same root, such as play, player, playful and replay.
Learning word families helps you guess the meaning of unfamiliar words.
Recognising word families helps you understand and spell new words by connecting them to words you already know.
Word families often share a similar spelling pattern, such as cat, hat and mat. Making lists of word families is a great way to build your vocabulary.
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Real-life uses of Word Families
- Building vocabulary
- Spelling new words
- Understanding reading texts
Frequently asked questions about Word Families
What is a word family?
A group of words sharing the same root.
Which word belongs to the family of teach?
Teacher.