Example Sentences
"The prefix 'un-' in 'unhappy' means 'not happy.'"
"Knowing prefixes helps you figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words."
Synonyms & Related Terms
Quick Check
Which best describes the meaning of prefix?
Study Tips
To remember prefix, try writing it in a sentence of your own. Connect it to something you already know about english language arts.
Use it in conversation today — saying a word aloud three times helps lock it into long-term memory.