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These prefixes are often confused. Say the word aloud and listen carefully to the sound.

prepare She is working hard to prepare for her test.
preview The preview of the new Star Wars film was amazing.
predict We were able to predict what would happen.
preserve We can preserve fruit by making jam.
prehistoric In prehistoric times dinosaurs roamed the earth.
premature Our baby was premature.
presume I presume he'll be attending the party.
pretend Please don't pretend that you didn't know the truth.
prevent Supermarkets are being encouraged to prevent wastage of food.
predominant The predominant colour in her house is pink.
permit I need a parking permit for my car.
perceive I wonder if he'll ever perceive the truth.
perfect Is lying on a beach your idea of a perfect holiday?
performance The team’s performance was dismal.
permanent I'm hoping my job will be made permanent.
permission We will apply for permission to extend our house.
persecute You should not persecute someone because of their beliefs.
persuade Can I persuade you to have another slice of this cake?

Learn more about these words in Unit 23. Prefixes: when letters need changing.

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prepare
preview
predict
preserve
prehistoric
premature
presume
pretend
prevent
predominant
permit
perceive
perfect
performance
permanent
permission
persecute
persuade

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