These prefixes are often confused. Say the word aloud and listen carefully to the sound.
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prepare |
She is working hard to prepare for her test.
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preview |
The preview of the new Star Wars film was amazing.
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predict |
We were able to predict what would happen.
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preserve |
We can preserve fruit by making jam.
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prehistoric |
In prehistoric times dinosaurs roamed the earth.
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premature |
Our baby was premature.
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presume |
I presume he'll be attending the party.
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pretend |
Please don't pretend that you didn't know the truth.
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prevent |
Supermarkets are being encouraged to prevent wastage of food.
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predominant |
The predominant colour in her house is pink.
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permit |
I need a parking permit for my car.
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perceive |
I wonder if he'll ever perceive the truth.
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perfect |
Is lying on a beach your idea of a perfect holiday?
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performance |
The team’s performance was dismal.
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permanent |
I'm hoping my job will be made permanent.
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permission |
We will apply for permission to extend our house.
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persecute |
You should not persecute someone because of their beliefs.
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persuade |
Can I persuade you to have another slice of this cake?
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Learn more about these words in Unit 23. Prefixes: when letters need changing.
Learn this spelling list using the 'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' activity.
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Look and read the word.
Say the word. Click the speaker icon.
Cover the word.
Write the word.
Check your spelling.
Spelling games using the word list: Prefixes: per or pre?
Springtime Spelling
Spring into spelling!
Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
Test yourself using the 'Listen and Spell' spelling test.
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