When base words end in ee you do not drop the final e when adding a suffix beginning with vowel.?

You're absolutely right! This is a common rule in English spelling. Here's why:

* Keeping the "ee" sound: Dropping the final "e" in words like "free" or "agree" would change the pronunciation. For example, "freely" should sound like "free-lee," not "free-ly."

* Preserving the base word: Keeping the "ee" also helps maintain the visual connection to the original word. It makes the derived word more recognizable.

Examples:

* Free + ing = freeing

* Agree + able = agreeable

* See + ing = seeing

Exceptions:

While this rule is generally true, there are a few exceptions. For instance, the word "truly" (from "true") follows the rule even though "true" ends in "ue." It's always helpful to check a dictionary if you're unsure about a specific word.