Morphemes in “foremost”
“foremost” has 2 morphemes: fore + -most.
fore
root
+
most
suffix
Spelling changes when the parts join: the boxes show the letters as written; the morphemes themselves are fore + -most.
Each morpheme explained
| Morpheme | Type | Free / bound | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| fore | free root | free | front part of a vessel or aircraft |
| -most | derivational suffix | bound | furthest, most (topmost) |
How the word is built
fore → foremost
Each step adds one affix to the word before it; the root “fore” is where the chain starts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many morphemes are in "foremost"?
"foremost" has two morphemes: fore + -most.
How do you break "foremost" into morphemes?
fore + -most. The root is "fore"; -most is a derivational suffix.
What is the root word of "foremost"?
The root of "foremost" is "fore", built up as fore → foremost.
Is this morphology tool free?
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