Form and use compound words

Key Notes :

Definition of Compound Words

• A compound word is formed when two or more words are joined together to create a new word with a unique meaning.
• Example: “sun” + “flower” = “sunflower.”

Types of Compound Words

• Closed Compound Words: These are written as a single word without spaces or hyphens.
  • Example: “toothbrush,” “notebook.”
• Hyphenated Compound Words: These are connected by a hyphen.
  • Example: “mother-in-law,” “well-being.”
• Open Compound Words: These are written as separate words but function together as a single idea.
  • Example: “ice cream,” “post office.”

How Compound Words Are Formed

• Noun + Noun: Combining two nouns to form a new word.
  • Example: “rain” + “bow” = “rainbow.”
• Adjective + Noun: An adjective combined with a noun.
  • Example: “black” + “board” = “blackboard.”
• Verb + Noun: A verb combined with a noun.
  • Example: “play” + “ground” = “playground.”

Understanding the Meaning

• The meaning of a compound word is often related to the meanings of the individual words.
• Example: “basketball” is a sport played with a ball and a basket.

Usage in Sentences

• Encourage students to practice using compound words in sentences to understand their meaning and how they function.
• Example: “I use a toothbrush every morning.”

Common Compound Words

• Introduce students to common compound words they might encounter frequently.
• Examples: “toothpaste,” “airport,” “sunshine,” “footprint.”

Why Compound Words Matter

• Understanding compound words helps in expanding vocabulary and improving reading comprehension.

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