What Is -tion?

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Suffixes are units that can be combined with a root or base word.

Once combined, the suffix alters the meaning of the word. Each suffix has a different meaning that is important to understand.

In this lesson, review the suffix –tion, which sounds like /shun/. This addition means state or quality of.

Example: satisfaction

Definition: fulfilling someone’s wishes or needs

Given the definition of –tion, see if you can solve the following word equation.

cooperate = work together for the common good

cooperate + -tion = cooperation

cooperation = ?

• Did you figure out the definition of cooperation correctly?

Great job!

Watch the video below to learn more words with the suffix -tion.

Continue on to the Got It? section for an interactive quiz to test your education!