Spelling words with the -able suffix
I can spell words with the suffix -able and -ably.
Spelling words with the -able suffix
I can spell words with the suffix -able and -ably.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The -able and -ably endings are the most common spellings for this sound and are therefore the best bet.
- Removing the -able suffix generally leaves a recognisable word, e.g. understand - understandable
- Words in word families using the suffixes -ation, -able and -ably are connected in spelling and meaning.
- Drop the final -e of the root word before adding the suffix -able unless the words end in -ce or -ge
- How to spell the curriculum words: privilege, system.
Common misconception
Children mix up the -ible and -able spellings.
Use the rules shown in the lesson: Is there is a recognisable root word without the ending? Is this a modern word? Is there a related word ending in -ation? These will all help to identify the -able spelling.
Keywords
Suffix - a letter or group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning
Root word - the base word from which other words are formed often by adding prefixes or suffixes
Adjective - describes a noun
Adverb - describes a verb
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Starter quiz
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