Gerund Word Explorer
Suffix

-ous (full of, having)

-ous

Full of; having the quality of.

The mountain road was narrow and dangerous.

Famous

Known by many people.

Jaipur is famous for its pink buildings.

Dangerous

Likely to cause harm.

Crossing the road without looking is dangerous.

Remember: Spelling: fame drops e → famous. But courage keeps e → courageous, so the g stays soft (like j). Stress moves too: KUH-rij, kuh-RAY-jus.

Short lessonSuffixesA suffix is a small part added to the end of a word to make a new word.

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-ward(s) (in the direction of)Towards a direction.Suffix-ist (a person who)A person who does, practises or studies something.Suffix-able/-ible (can be)Can be done; able to be.Suffix