Explore this spelling list: Suffixes: -er, -or, -ar. Take advantage of these interactive exercises to help you spell accurately. Try out the spelling games at the bottom of the page.
Did you know that you can add a suffix to the end of a base word to change its meaning?
The suffixes -er, -or, and -ar are used to turn verbs into nouns. These nouns usually refer to roles that people take on.
Let’s look at some examples:
The verb teach + the suffix -er = the noun teacher (someone who teaches).
The verb act + the suffix -or = the noun actor (someone who acts).
The verb beg + the suffix -ar = the noun beggar (someone who begs).
Sometimes you need to change the base word before you add the suffix so use the spelling activities to ensure you are confident with these -er, -or, and -ar words.
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reporter |
A reporter is a person who investigates and reports or edits news stories.
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fighter |
A trained fighter in Roman times was called a gladiator.
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watcher |
The watcher guarded the town.
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writer |
She is a skillful writer.
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listener |
My friend, Katy, is a good listener.
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calculator |
Did you use a calculator for that equation?
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conductor |
The orchestra watched the conductor carefully.
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doctor |
The doctor gave me some very wise counsel.
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editor |
The film editor chooses the best shots.
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author |
Her aim in life was to become a great author.
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regular |
I'd like a regular coffee please.
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popular |
A popular type of nut is the cashew nut.
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similar |
Our house is a similar design to yours.
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beggar |
The beggar is penniless.
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Learn this spelling list using the 'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' activity.
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Look and read the word.
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Cover the word.
Write the word.
Check your spelling.
Spelling games using the word list: Suffixes: -er, -or, -ar
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A spelling game for Autumn!
Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
Test yourself using the 'Listen and Spell' spelling test.
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Handwriting worksheets: Suffixes: -er, -or, -ar
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