Words with Confusing Prefixes

Learn the meanings of words with confusing prefixes and improve your English vocabulary.

English is full of words with prefixes that can be misleading and confusing. Understanding these words can significantly improve your vocabulary and comprehension. This video explores several common examples to help clarify these tricky terms.

Take the word "incapable". It means "not capable", which makes sense. However, "inflammable" means "flammable", which can be puzzling. Similarly, "invaluable" means "very valuable", despite the prefix "in-" typically indicating a negative.

These inconsistencies can be frustrating, as illustrated humorously in our video. 

By watching our video, you'll gain a better grasp of these confusing prefixes and how they alter the meanings of words. This knowledge will make you more confident in using and understanding English, even when faced with seemingly contradictory terms. Enhance your language skills today by mastering these confusing prefixes.