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To create a solution is to dissolve, which is what happens to alka seltzer when it is put in water.

Words beginning with dis...

This KS3 English spelling quiz focuses on words beginning with dis-. Practise spotting the dis- prefix, building word families and keeping spellings accurate as meanings change.

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Fascinating Fact:

In discover and discovery, the dis- beginning never changes. Learn dis-cover first, then add -y for discovery without altering the start.

In KS3 English Spelling, pupils meet many words that begin with dis-, such as disappear, disconnect and disagree. They explore how the dis- prefix links words into families and often signals a change or reversal of meaning.

Key Terms

Prefix: A group of letters added to the start of a word, like dis-, which changes or adjusts the meaning.
Base word: The main word that a prefix or suffix is added to, for example appear in disappear.
Syllable: A beat in a word, such as dis-ap-pear, which helps you break spelling patterns into smaller chunks.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What does the prefix dis- mean in English spelling?

The prefix dis- often shows a negative or opposite meaning, as in disagree or disconnect. It can also suggest removal or reversal, like in dismount or disapprove.

How can I improve my spelling of dis- words at KS3?

Group words into families, say them in syllables and highlight the dis- prefix each time. Regular short practice using look-cover-write-check helps make the pattern automatic.

What are common mistakes with dis- words in English?

Common errors include dropping the second s in words like dissimilar, swapping dis- for mis-, or adding extra vowels. Checking a dictionary and reading widely reduces these mistakes.

Try These Related Quizzes

1 .

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To create a solution

dissolve

desolve

deesolve

disolve

Remember that "dissolve" has a double s

2 .

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Discord that splits a group

deevision

devision

divisian

division

The words "divide" and "division" are related

3 .

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Exhibiting openly in public view

dissplay

desplay

display

deesplay

Remember the i of the unstressed first syllable

4 .

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A method of separating mixtures based on differences in their volatilities in a boiling liquid mixture

distilation

distillation

destillation

deestillation

If you can remember how to spell "distil", you are well on your way to spelling "distillation"

5 .

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The act or result of scattering

dispursal

dispursel

dispirsal

dispersal

The a of the unstressed third syllable is the tricky letter to remember

6 .

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Separate into parts or portions

divied

devide

deevide

divide

The first i is the trickiest part of the word to remember

7 .

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A written account of ownership or obligation

dociument

document

dockument

docurment

"Document" is spelled the same as a noun and as a verb

8 .

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To make an extract by first evaporating liquid and then condensing the vapour

distil

desstil

destill

deestill

For a short word, "distil" can be rather difficult to spell!

9 .

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A thin, flat, circular plate or similar object

disc

disck

disque

diske

"Disk" is also correct, although used more often in the US than the UK

10 .

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Break up: cause to separate

dispurs

disperse

dispirse

dispurse

"Disperse" and "dispersal" are related words

You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Spelling

Author: Sheri Smith (PhD English Literature, English Teacher & Quiz Writer)

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