what is a suffix

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Main Entry: [1]suf·fix
Pronunciation: 's&-fiks
Function: noun
Etymology: New Latin suffixum, from Latin, neuter of suffixus, past participle of suffigere to fasten underneath, from sub- + figere to fasten —more at FIX
Date: 1778
: an affix occurring at the end of a word, base, or phrase — compare PREFIX
- suf·fix·al /'s&-fik-s&l, (")s&-'fik-s&l/ adjective

You can substitute the word "prefix" as a snynoym. Write & rewrite (re- being the suffix here.)

a word that mean one who is a specialistt in mathematics

A suffix is a word part that is added to the end of a base word to create a new word with a different meaning. It is a type of affix, which is a general term for prefixes and suffixes. Prefixes are word parts attached to the beginning of a base word, while suffixes are attached to the end.

To identify a suffix in a word, you need to break down the word into its different parts. Start by looking for the main root or base word. This is the fundamental part of the word that holds its core meaning. Then, examine the end of the word to see if there are any additional word parts attached. If there is a word part at the end that changes the meaning of the base word, it is likely a suffix.

For example, in the word "happiness," the base word is "happy." The suffix "-ness" is added to the end, creating a new word with a different meaning. In this case, the suffix "-ness" transforms the adjective "happy" into the noun "happiness," which refers to the state or quality of being happy.

By understanding the concept of suffixes and knowing how to break down words into their different components, you can recognize and understand the meaning of words more effectively.