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In English / Middle School | 2014-10-01

How does the suffix change the meaning of the base word in "instruction"?

Asked by msdeanna

Answer (2)

Instruct : To teach or *instruct *one on the learning of something, as in an activity.
Example: She was to instruct her friend on how to sew the clothing properly. **
****Instruction: **To give *instruction *to or receive *instruction *from. Therefore the person is being given *instruction *rather than being taught or - instructed.
Example: She was given *instruction *on the event she had to plan.

Answered by Bugsytherooster | 2024-06-10

The suffix '-ion' in the word 'instruction' changes the base verb 'instruct' into a noun, indicating the act or process of teaching. While 'instruct' refers to the action, 'instruction' refers to the information or guidance provided as a result of that action. This transformation highlights the difference between the act of teaching and the material or guidance given to the learner.
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Answered by Bugsytherooster | 2025-01-28