-ee

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /iː/

Suffix

Suffix -ee

1. Used to form nouns, meaning "a person who receives an action" or "a person affected by an action."

   An employee is someone who is hired to work for a company. (employ + -ee)

   The addressee was not available to receive the letter. (address + -ee)

2. Used to refer to someone in a particular role or condition, often related to legal or formal contexts.
   • Synonym: -er

   The trustee manages the assets for the trust. (trust + -ee)