Definitions
- A group of letters added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning or create a new word. - Used to form new words by adding it to the beginning of a base word. - Helps to identify the meaning of a word and its origin.
- A letter or group of letters added to the beginning or end of a word to change its meaning or create a new word. - Can be a prefix or a suffix depending on where it is added in the word. - Used to form new words or modify existing ones.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are used to modify words and create new ones.
- 2Both can change the meaning of a word.
- 3Both can be added to the beginning of a word.
- 4Both can be used to identify the origin of a word.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Prefix is added only to the beginning of a word, while affix can be added to the beginning or end of a word.
- 2Function: Prefix is always added to the beginning of a word and changes its meaning, while affix can be added to the beginning or end of a word and can either change its meaning or create a new word.
- 3Usage: Prefix is more commonly used than affix in everyday language.
- 4Examples: Prefix examples include 'pre-', 'un-', 'dis-', while affix examples include 're-', '-able', '-less'.
Remember this!
Prefix and affix are both used to modify words and create new ones. However, the difference between prefix and affix is their location and function. A prefix is always added to the beginning of a word and changes its meaning, while an affix can be added to the beginning or end of a word and can either change its meaning or create a new word.
