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Check what changes when a suffix joins
1 · Learn
Adding a suffix can require a spelling change. Prefer becomes preferred and preferring, with a doubled r when the final syllable is stressed. Preference has a different stress pattern and does not double the r.
Do not extend one example into a universal doubling rule. Say the words, identify the root and check a reliable dictionary. Learn exceptions and uncertain spellings explicitly.
2 · Worked example
I compare preferred with preference instead of assuming every word from prefer contains rr. The suffix and stress pattern affect the spelling.
3 · Your turn
Choose the correct spelling: preferred/prefered and preference/preferrence.
Check your answer
preferred and preference.
4 · Apply your learning
Build a small verified family for refer or prefer, recording both spelling and pronunciation.
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