Detailed Explanation of Words with -ful 😊
The suffix -ful is an important part of many English words, and understanding it can help you become a stronger reader and writer. The suffix -ful means “full of” or “having lots of” something. When we add -ful to a root word, it changes the meaning to show that the word describes something that is full of the quality or thing mentioned.
What Does the Suffix -ful Mean? 🤔
When you add -ful to a word, it turns the word into an adjective. This adjective tells you that the person, place, or thing has a lot of whatever the root word means. For example:
- Joy means happiness.
- Add -ful, and it becomes joyful, meaning “full of joy” or very happy.
How -ful Changes Root Words ✍️
By adding -ful, root words that are usually nouns (naming words) turn into adjectives (describing words). Here are some examples:
- Hope → hopeful (full of hope)
- Care → careful (full of care or taking care)
- Beauty → beautiful (full of beauty)
Examples of Common -ful Words 📚
There are many everyday words ending with -ful that you might use or see at school:
- Thankful: feeling pleased or grateful
- Helpful: being able to help or give assistance
- Colourful: full of many colours
- Playful: full of fun or play
- Painful: full of pain or causing pain
Spelling Rules for Words Ending with -ful 📝
When adding -ful, keep these spelling tips in mind:
- Keep the root word the same: Usually, you just add -ful to the root word without changing it.
Example: hope + ful = hopeful - No double “l”: Even though -ful starts with “f”, you only write one “l” at the end. Do not write full when making a new word.
Wrong: carefull
Right: careful
Using -ful Words in Sentences 🗣️
Here are some examples of sentences using -ful words:
- I am thankful for my family because they help me.
- The garden was very colourful with lots of different flowers.
- She was careful crossing the busy street.
- The puppy was very playful and liked to chase balls.
- After falling, he felt a painful bump on his knee.
Study Tip 📖
Try looking around your classroom or read books and spot words ending with -ful. Think about what root word they come from and how the -ful changes the meaning. This helps you understand new words and makes your vocabulary bigger!
Remember, words with the suffix -ful can make your writing more descriptive and interesting! 🌟
20 Examination-Style Questions with Answers on Words with -ful for Year 6 English ✍️
Multiple Choice Questions (Choose the correct answer)
- Which of the following words ends with the suffix -ful?
a) Careless
b) Beautiful
c) Quick
Answer: b) Beautiful - What does the suffix -ful usually mean in a word?
a) without
b) full of
c) less
Answer: b) full of - Which word means “full of hope”?
a) Hopeless
b) Hopeful
c) Hoping
Answer: b) Hopeful - Choose the -ful word that fits this definition: “full of joy.”
a) Joyful
b) Joyless
c) Joying
Answer: a) Joyful - Which sentence uses the word “thankful” correctly?
a) I am thankful for my family.
b) He is thankful in running fast.
c) They thankful went to the park.
Answer: a) I am thankful for my family.
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
- She gave a __________ smile because she was very happy.
Answer: beautiful - The teacher was __________ when all the students did their homework.
Answer: thankful - He felt __________ after finishing his exams.
Answer: hopeful - The garden looked __________ with all the colourful flowers.
Answer: colourful - Be __________ when you cross the street to stay safe.
Answer: careful
Sentence Writing Questions
- Write a sentence using the word “helpful.”
Sample answer: The librarian was very helpful when I needed a book. - Use the word “wonderful” in a sentence.
Sample answer: We had a wonderful time at the theme park. - Write a sentence with the word “playful.”
Sample answer: The puppy was very playful with the children. - Write a sentence using the word “respectful.”
Sample answer: It is important to be respectful to your classmates. - Use the word “graceful” in a sentence.
Sample answer: The dancer moved with graceful steps.
True or False Questions
- The suffix -ful means “full of.”
Answer: True - “Painful” means “without pain.”
Answer: False - “Forgetful” describes someone who remembers everything.
Answer: False - “Faithful” means being loyal or full of faith.
Answer: True - “Careful” means you are not paying attention.
Answer: False
These 20 questions help Year 6 students understand and use words with the suffix -ful in different ways, supporting their learning and revision in English. 📚✨
