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'''Open compound words''' | '''Open compound words''' | ||
Many open compound words function as nouns and are formed by combining a noun with another noun or with an adjective. | |||
'''Example:''' video speil ⇄ video game | '''Example:''' video speil ⇄ video game | ||
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'''Hyphenated compound words''' | '''Hyphenated compound words''' | ||
Hyphens are often used when a compound modifies a noun | Hyphens are often used when a compound modifies a noun or verb. | ||
'''Example:''' CD + - + caifa = CD-caifa ⇄ CD-disc | '''Example:''' CD + - + caifa = CD-caifa ⇄ CD-disc | ||