Word formation |
| assist |
assistant, assistance |
My mum has an assistant at work who helps her.
The police officer offered her assistance to the old woman. |
| beg |
beggar |
I was surprised to see beggars on the streets of London. |
| boss |
bossy |
Stop telling me what to do and don't be so bossy all the time! |
| employ |
(un)employment, employer, employee, unemployed |
What kind of employment are you looking for, Mr Rogers?
Unemployment is a really big problem in this area.
Your employer is responsible for providing training.
Our boss doesn't always let all the employees know what’s happening.
My uncle has been unemployed for more than five years now. |
| fame |
famous |
I'm quite shy, so I don’t think I’d like to be famous. |
| occupy |
occupation |
The form asked for my occupation and I wrote ‘Student’. |
| office |
officer, (un)official |
A police officer saw the man take the bicycle and started to chase after him.
They haven't made an official announcement of the reason for the delay yet. |
| retire |
retired, retirement |
My grandad is retired and has lots of hobbies.
My dad seems to be looking forward to retirement. |
| safe |
save, unsafe, safety |
The man next to me saved me when I almost fell in front of the train.
Don't go into that old house - it ’s unsafe.
Safety at work is very important. |
| succeed |
success, (un)successful |
What’s the secret of your success?
Work hard and I'm sure you'll be successful.
I was unsuccessful in changing his mind. |
