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For English learners: The Suffix "ly" - Part 7A

For English learners: The Suffix "ly" - Part 7A

-- The "ly" suffix is an excellent way to describe how something is done, or how often something is done.
-- Remember, the adverb describes or modifies the verb in an English sentence.
-- Also, remember not all words that end in "ly" are adverbs.
-- Usually, just adding the suffix "ly" to the base of the adjective creates an adverb.
-- The exceptions will be talked about in other reference articles.

Adjective Suffix Adverb
bad +ly badly
calm +ly calmly
clear +ly clearly
dim +ly dimly
loud +ly loudly
quick +ly quickly
quiet +ly quietly
rough +ly roughly
slow +ly slowly
soft +ly softly
smooth +ly smoothly
sudden +ly suddenly


Challenges:

English/Spanish Crossword: The Suffix "ly" - Part 7B

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updated Nov 24, 2012
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