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Study the word list: Words beginning with the prefix in-

Prefixes hold the key to unlocking new meanings and expanding our vocabulary. Look at the words in this list. They all begin with the prefix in-.

Derived from Latin, the prefix in- means not and is used to undo a base word.

Looking at base words can help you grasp the meanings of words beginning in the prefix in-.

Let’s look at some examples:

1. in- + considerate = not considerate

2. in- + correct = not correct

3. in- + compatible = not compatible

Sometimes the base word is less easy to identify so use the spelling activities to learn the in- word in this list.

	inconsiderate	It was inconsiderate not to offer a piece to everyone.
	incorrect	The phone number I tried was incorrect.
	independent	We are all trying to become independent learners.
	indefinitely	I will be staying in Singapore indefinitely.
	incredible	The special effects are incredible.
	incompatible	The couple were incompatible.
	inability	My inability to dance often puts me in embarrassing situations!

Use the list: Words beginning with the prefix in-

Learn this spelling list using the 'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' activity.

Look	inconsiderate
Say
Cover	Look again
Write
Check

Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check

How to use:

Look and read the word.

Say the word. Click the speaker icon.

Cover the word.

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Check your spelling.

inconsiderate

incorrect

independent

indefinitely

incredible

incompatible

inability

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Print worksheets and activities: Words beginning with the prefix in-

Printable word list - a useful printable resource of the word list.
Flash cards - a word on each card which enables a variety of games and activities.
Word Search, small printable version.

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Handwriting worksheets: Words beginning with the prefix in-