English_Vocabulary_Skills_(Words often Confused)

How they differ from one meaning to the other with same pronunciation but different meaning and spelling
Prefix add before a word and suffix add after a word
Idioms and phrases with their meanings

1. English Vocabulary Skills Topics: Words Often Confused | Prefix and Suffix | Idioms and Phrases

2. Words Often Confused These are pairs or groups of words that are similar in sound or spelling but differ in meaning. Examples: • Accept – To receive something willingly • Except – Excluding something • Affect – To influence • Effect – The result or outcome • Complement – Something that completes • Compliment – A polite expression of praise • Principal – Head of an institution • Principle – A fundamental truth or rule

3. Tips to Avoid Confusion • Understand the meaning and usage of each word. • Learn through sentences and examples. • Practice using them in daily writing. • Keep a personal vocabulary notebook.

4. Prefix and Suffix Prefixes and suffixes are added to root words to change their meanings. Prefix – Added before a word. Example: Un + happy = Unhappy (not happy) Suffix – Added after a word. Example: Teach + er = Teacher (one who teaches)

5. Common Prefixes • Un– : not (unfair) • Re– : again (rewrite) • Pre– : before (preview) • Mis– : wrong (misunderstand) • Dis– : opposite (disagree)

6. Common Suffixes • –ful : full of (joyful) • –less : without (hopeless) • –ness : state or quality (kindness) • –ment : action or process (development) • –tion : act or result (education)

7. Idioms and Phrases Idioms are expressions whose meanings are different from the literal words. Examples: • Break the ice – Start a conversation • Hit the nail on the head – Be exactly right • A blessing in disguise – A good thing hidden in a bad situation • Once in a blue moon – Very rarely • The ball is in your court – It’s your decision to make

8. Importance of Idioms • Makes speech and writing more expressive. • Helps understand native speakers better. • Enhances language fluency and creativity.

9. Summary • Words often confused improve accuracy in language. • Prefixes and suffixes expand vocabulary effectively. • Idioms and phrases add color and depth to communication.

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