The term SUFFIX WITH GOVERN can be broken down into three parts: ESS (3 letters), ANCE (4 letters), and ING (3 letters). The suffix ESS is derived from the Old English word 'ESSE, ' which means 'to be.' It is used to form nouns that denote a state or quality, such as happiness or sadness. The suffix ANCE is derived from the Latin word 'antia, ' which means 'AGAINST.' It is used to form nouns that denote an ACTION or process, such as resistance or acceptance. The suffix ING is derived from the Old English word 'ing, ' which means 'ACTION.' It is used to form nouns that denote an activity or occupation, such as governing or ruling. All three of these suffixes are commonly used in combination with the word 'GOVERN' to form words such as governance, governing, and essing.