Prefixation in Contemporary Portuguese Language

By Graça Rio-Torro

A Comprehensive Guide to Portuguese Prefixes

Prefixation is a word-formation process that involves adding a prefix to a base word to create a new word with a different meaning. In Portuguese, prefixes are very common and can be used to change the part of speech of a word, its meaning, or both.

This book provides a comprehensive overview of prefixation in contemporary Portuguese language. It begins with a general introduction to prefixation, including a discussion of the different types of prefixes and their functions. The book then goes on to examine the most common prefixes in Portuguese, providing detailed information about their meanings and uses.

Why You Should Read This Book

If you are interested in learning more about Portuguese language, then this book is a must-read. It is the most comprehensive and up-to-date guide to prefixation in Portuguese available. Whether you are a student, a teacher, or a professional translator, this book will provide you with the knowledge you need to understand and use Portuguese prefixes correctly.

What You Will Learn from This Book

By reading this book, you will learn:

• The different types of prefixes in Portuguese
• The meanings and uses of the most common Portuguese prefixes
• How to use prefixes to change the part of speech of a word
• How to use prefixes to change the meaning of a word
• How to use prefixes to create new words

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About the Author

Graça Rio-Torro is a professor of Portuguese language at the University of Lisbon. She is the author of several books and articles on Portuguese grammar and usage.