Suffix -able and -ible

What does the suffix -able mean?

• Having the ability to

• Unable to do

• Capable of being or suitable for being

• Not capable of being

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CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4C

Which word does not have the suffix -ible?

• convertible

• incredible

• accessible

• happiness

Explain the difference between the suffixes -able and -ible.

• The suffix -able is used for verbs, while the suffix -ible is used for nouns.

• The suffix -able indicates a negative connotation, while the suffix -ible indicates a positive connotation.

• The suffix -able is more common in British English, while the suffix -ible is more common in American English.

• The suffix -able is used to form adjectives meaning 'capable of, fit for, tending to, or worthy of', while the suffix -ible is used to form adjectives meaning 'capable of, fit for, or worthy of'. Both suffixes indicate possibility or capability, but -able is more common and versatile.

How does adding the suffix -able change the meaning of a word?

• It changes the word into a verb meaning 'to be able to'

• It converts the word into an adverb meaning 'in a capable manner'

• It transforms the word into an adjective meaning 'capable of being' or 'worthy of'.

• It makes the word a noun meaning 'the ability to'

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CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

When should you use the suffix -able instead of -ible?

• When the root word is an adjective

• When the root word is a verb

• When the root word is a proper noun

• When the root word is a complete word on its own.

Identify the correct spelling: a) Understandible b) Understandable

• b

• Understandeble

• Understandablee

• Understendable

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CCSS.L.1.2E

CCSS.L.K.2D

CCSS.RF.1.3C

CCSS.RF.2.3A

CCSS.RF.2.3B

Create a sentence using a word with the suffix -able.

• The plan is walkable within the given timeframe.

• The task is sleepable within the given timeframe.

• The book is eatable within the given timeframe.

• The project is doable within the given timeframe.

Which suffix is used in the word 'flexible'?

• -able

• -ible

• -oble

• -uble

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

List three words that can have either -able or -ible as suffixes.

• Adaptable

• 1. Comfortable, 2. Responsible, 3. Flexible

• Invisible

• Edible

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

Able to be laundered or washed

• washable
• detachable
• renewable
• refundable

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CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4C