Prefixes Worksheet for Grade 5 Sub- and Super- Practice

English grammar worksheet for Grade 5 – Prefixes (sub-, super-) 

Prefixes are word parts added to the beginning of a root word to change its meaning. For Grade 5 students, learning prefixes like ‘‘sub-’’ and ‘‘super-’’ is an important skill that builds vocabulary and strengthens grammar. This English grammar worksheet on Prefixes (sub-, super-) helps learners explore how words change when these prefixes are added, and how they affect meaning in sentences. 

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What Is the Topic? 

Prefixes ‘‘sub-’’ and ‘‘super-’’ change the meaning of words: 
- ‘‘sub-’’ means “under,” “below,” or “less than.” Example: “submarine” → a vehicle that goes under water. 
- ‘‘super-’’ means “above,” “over,” or “more than.” Example: “superstar” → a very famous person. 
 

What’s in This Worksheet? 

1. Match the following words with their correct meanings. 
2. True and false questions to check understanding of prefixes. 
3. Fill in the blanks with correct prefix words. 
4. Multiple choice questions to choose the right prefix word. 
5. Sentence writing practice using prefix words. 

Definitions, Examples, Techniques, and Tips 

- ‘‘submarine’’: underwater vehicle. 
- ‘‘subway’’: underground train. 
- ‘‘subsoil’’: soil below the top layer. 
- ‘‘supermarket’’: very big store. 
- ‘‘superhero’’: person with special powers. 
- ‘‘superfast’’: very fast person or thing. 
- ‘‘Technique’’: Look at the root word and prefix meaning to decide the correct usage. 
- ‘‘Quick tip’’: Prefixes often change the meaning completely, so always check context. 

Why Is It Important to Learn This? 

Learning prefixes helps students expand vocabulary, understand word meanings, and improve spelling. It strengthens writing by teaching how to form descriptive words. Academically, it prepares students for exams and builds confidence in grammar usage. 

Where Will This Knowledge Help You? 

- In exams, where prefix-based questions test vocabulary. 
- In writing tasks, where prefixes make descriptions clearer. 
- In everyday communication, where prefixes help explain ideas precisely. 

How to Use This Worksheet? 

1. Attempt each exercise independently. 
2. Review the answer key in the exact worksheet order. 
3. Correct mistakes and practice regularly. 
4. Write your own sentences using prefix words. 

Important Tips and Tricks 

1. Remember: ‘‘sub-’’ means “under” or “below,” ‘‘super-’’ means “above” or “more than.” 
2. Check spelling carefully; prefixes do not change the root word spelling. 
3. Examiners expect clear understanding of meanings. 
4. For sentence writing, use prefix words naturally in context. 

Complete Answer Key 

Exercise No. 1 
- submarine → underwater vehicle 
- subway → underground train 
- subsoil → soil below the top layer 
- submerge → go under water 
- subzero → below zero temperature 
- supermarket → very big store 
- superhero → person with special powers 
- superstar → very famous person 
- superfast → very fast person or thing 
- superpower → strong special ability 

Exercise No. 2 
1. False 
2. True 
3. False 
4. False 
5. False 
6. True 
7. False 
8. True 
9. True 
10. True 

Exercise No. 3 
1. superactive 
2. superfine 
3. supercool 
4. superlong 
5. superfit 
6. subcontinent 
7. subtitle 
8. subtopic 
9. sublevel 
10. subsection 

Exercise No. 4 
1. b) superintelligent 
2. a) superrich 
3. a) supersoft 
4. a) superhot 
5. c) superfun 
6. c) subfield 
7. a) suborder 
8. b) subspecies 
9. c) substation 
10. b) subdivide 

Exercise No. 5 
1. The superhero saved the city from danger. 
2. The submarine went deep into the ocean. 
3. We traveled by subway in New York. 
4. Farmers dig into the subsoil for planting. 
5. The train was superfast and reached early. 
6. She is superkind to everyone she meets. 
7. The temperature dropped to subzero last night. 
8. The lamp was superbright in the dark room. 
9. The teacher explained the subtopic in detail. 
10. The country has a strong superpower in technology. 

By practicing prefixes, students learn how words change meaning and how to use them correctly. This Grade 5 English grammar worksheet on Prefixes (sub-, super-) builds confidence in vocabulary and grammar skills. Keep practicing, and remember that prefixes make your language richer and more expressive. 

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