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The word "dictionary" ends in the letters "ARY".
The word "dictionary" ends in the letters "ARY".
True (A)
The word "boundary" follows the standard -ARY ending pattern.
The word "boundary" follows the standard -ARY ending pattern.
True (A)
The word "temporary" is an exception to the -ARY ending rule.
The word "temporary" is an exception to the -ARY ending rule.
False (B)
The word "bakery" is NOT an exception to the general pattern of words ending in "ARY".
The word "bakery" is NOT an exception to the general pattern of words ending in "ARY".
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Words ending in "ARY" generally follow a specific pattern of syllables, such as "-a-ry" or "-ary".
Words ending in "ARY" generally follow a specific pattern of syllables, such as "-a-ry" or "-ary".
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Flashcards
Dictionary
Dictionary
A reference book containing words alphabetically with definitions.
Primary
Primary
The first or most important; main priority.
Secretary
Secretary
A person responsible for handling correspondence, scheduling, and organizational duties.
Imaginary
Imaginary
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Necessary
Necessary
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Study Notes
Words Ending in -ARY
- Dictionary: A book containing a list of words, definitions, and often pronunciations.
- Primary: First or most important.
- Ordinary: Usual, common, or not special.
- Secretary: A person who keeps records and handles correspondence.
- Temporary: Lasting for a limited time.
- Boundary: A line or border marking the limit of an area.
- Imaginary: Existing only in the mind or imagination.
- Necessary: Required or essential.
- Military: Relating to armed forces.
- Hereditary: Inherited, passing through generations.
Exception - Bakery
- Bakery: A place that makes and sells bread and baked goods. It does not follow the same word-building pattern as the other words ending in -ARY (which usually relate to things, ideas or qualities).
Syllable Breakdown
- Dictionary: dic-tion-ary
- Primary: pri-ma-ry
- Ordinary: or-di-na-ry
- Secretary: sec-re-ta-ry
- Temporary: tem-po-ra-ry
- Boundary: boun-da-ry
- Imaginary: i-ma-gin-a-ry
- Necessary: ne-ces-sa-ry
- Military: mil-i-ta-ry
- Hereditary: he-red-i-ta-ry
- Bakery: bak-er-y
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Test your knowledge of words that end with the suffix -ARY! This quiz will challenge you on definitions and the syllable breakdown of various words, including an exception. Perfect for language enthusiasts and students alike.
