Latin Suffix -able Practice Worksheet PDF

Name: **     ** Date: **     ** LATIN SUFFIX: *-ABLE* The Latin suffix *-able* means "capable of, given to, or tending to," and it usually indicates that the word is an adjective. For example, the word *likable* is an adjective that means "capable of being liked; tending to be liked." **A. [dire...

Name: **     ** Date: **     ** LATIN SUFFIX: *-ABLE* The Latin suffix *-able* means "capable of, given to, or tending to," and it usually indicates that the word is an adjective. For example, the word *likable* is an adjective that means "capable of being liked; tending to be liked." **A. [directions:]{.smallcaps}** Add *-able* to the verb in parentheses to form an adjective to complete each sentence. **1.** (reason) The store has a wide selection of items that are sold at [] [ ] prices. **2.** (lock) The bottle of medication had a [] [ ] cap so that small children couldn't open it. **3.** (drink) Sea water is too salty to be [] [ ]. **4.** (avoid) Most car accidents are completely [] [ ]. **5.** (forget) The movie was so boring and [] [ ] that Jaylen couldn't remember the title or the main character's name. **B. [directions:]{.smallcaps}** Select the correct word from the box to complete each sentence. Use a dictionary, if necessary. -------------------------------------------------------- expandable notable fixable recyclable valuable -------------------------------------------------------- **1.** Their most [] [ ] possessions were kept locked in a safe. **2.** The town was [] [ ] for its beautiful harbor and beachfront. **3.** The backpack was [] [ ] to allow space for more items. **4.** The bicycle tire was flat, but it was [] [ ]. **5.** Because the can is made of aluminum it is [] [ ]. ----------------- ----------------- Name: **     ** Date: **     ** ----------------- -----------------  LATIN SUFFIX: *-ABLE* **A. [directions:]{.smallcaps}** Underline the correct word to complete each sentence. **1.** Alia will not be in the office next week, but will be (reachable, usable) by phone. **2.** Baby otters are (arguable, adorable), but they should not be kept as pets. **3.** Bradley knew he was (predictable, capable) of getting an A on his exam. **4.** The company was (countable, profitable), but is not making as much money as it could. **5.** The water from that stream is clear, but is not (drinkable, observable). **B. [directions:]{.smallcaps}** Use each of the following words correctly in a sentence. Use a dictionary, if needed. **1. comfortable** [] [ ] **2. removable** [] [ ] **3. drivable** [] [ ] **C. [directions:]{.smallcaps}** Provide a brief definition for each word, and then use the word correctly in a sentence. Use a dictionary, if needed. **1. breakable** [] [ ] **2. pourable** [] [ ] **3. chewable** [] [ ]