Morphemes in “favorite”
“favorite” has 2 morphemes: favor + -ite.
favor
root
+
ite
suffix
Spelling changes when the parts join: the boxes show the letters as written; the morphemes themselves are favor + -ite.
Each morpheme explained
| Morpheme | Type | Free / bound | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| favor | free root | free | an act of gracious kindness |
| -ite | derivational suffix | bound | a follower or inhabitant; mineral or product |
How the word is built
favor → favorite
Each step adds one affix to the word before it; the root “favor” is where the chain starts.
Syllables and stress in “favorite” →
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many morphemes are in "favorite"?
"favorite" has two morphemes: favor + -ite.
How do you break "favorite" into morphemes?
favor + -ite. The root is "favor"; -ite is a derivational suffix.
What is the root word of "favorite"?
The root of "favorite" is "favor", built up as favor → favorite.
Is this morphology tool free?
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