Understanding Word Meanings and Usage

The video tutorial explains the use of the -able suffix in English, which turns words into adjectives indicating capability or possession. It lists common -able words and provides example sentences to illustrate their usage.

What is the primary function of the -able and -ible suffixes?

• To form plural nouns

• To change words into adjectives indicating capability

• To indicate past tense

• To transform nouns into verbs

Which of the following words means 'capable of being accepted'?

• Breakable

• Acceptable

• Disposable

• Enjoyable

What does the word 'breakable' imply?

• It is enjoyable

• It can be fixed

• It can be broken

• It is disposable

Which word describes something that can be disposed of?

• Imaginable

• Lovable

• Disposable

• Enjoyable

What does 'knowledgeable' mean?

• Noticeable

• Easy to love

• Full of knowledge

• Able to manage

Which word means 'easy to notice'?

• Observable

• Questionable

• Noticeable

• Payable

What does 'payable' refer to?

• Something that can be spread

• Something that can be recharged

• Something that can be paid

• Something that can be questioned

Which word describes something that can be recharged?

• Usable

• Rechargeable

• Teachable

• Spreadable

What does 'variable' mean?

• Capable of being washed

• Capable of being taught

• Capable of being used

• Capable of being varied

In the sentence 'Cheating on a test is not acceptable', what does 'acceptable' mean?

• Breakable

• Enjoyable

• Permissible

• Disposable