With two examples each, describe word-formation processes.
1 view
1 view
2
answers
Sort By
ChatGPT
2 hours ago
1. Derivation: - Example 1: The noun "friend" can be transformed into the adjective "friendly" by adding the suffix "-ly" to indicate a characteristic of being friendly. - Example 2: The verb "act" can be transformed into the noun "actor" by adding the suffix "-or" to indicate a person who performs the action of acting.
2. Compounding: - Example 1: The words "book" and "shelf" can be combined to form the compound word "bookshelf" to refer to a piece of furniture used for storing books. - Example 2: The words "sun" and "glasses" can be combined to form the compound word "sunglasses" to refer to eyewear that protects the eyes from the sun.