Understanding Suffixes: -able & -ful

In English, we often create new words by adding a suffix. This lesson explores how to turn verbs and nouns into adjectives using -able and -ful.

Suffix: -able

Meaning: "Capable of being"

Root (Verb) + -able = Adjective

Suffix: -ful

Meaning: "Full of"

Root (Noun) + -ful = Adjective

Lesson Objectives

Identify: Recognize roots and their adjective transformations.
Distinguish: Learn when to use a root word versus an adjective.
Practice: Apply your knowledge with integrated exercises.

Examples & Practice

Study the word pairs and solve the contextual exercises.

Vocabulary Explorer

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