Morphemes in “unbreakable”
“unbreakable” has 3 morphemes: un- + break + -able.
un
prefix
+
break
root
+
able
suffix
Spelling changes when the parts join: the boxes show the letters as written; the morphemes themselves are un- + break + -able.
Each morpheme explained
| Morpheme | Type | Free / bound | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| un- | derivational prefix | bound | not, opposite of; reverse the action |
| break | free root | free | some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity |
| -able | derivational suffix | bound | capable of being; having the quality of |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many morphemes are in "unbreakable"?
"unbreakable" has three morphemes: un- + break + -able.
How do you break "unbreakable" into morphemes?
un- + break + -able. un- is a derivational prefix, -able is a derivational suffix.
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