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Good morning, everyone!
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Good morning, everyone!
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Today we're learning two useful English suffixes: Addable and Isable.
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You'll see them everywhere.
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Oops, I spilled my juice.
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Don't worry, my backpack is washable.
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Really?
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That's so useful.
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A responsible student finishes the work.
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A sensible student thinks carefully before making decisions.
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Let's check everything one more time.
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Good idea.
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This backpack looks nice.
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It's also washable.
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Perfect!
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I'll buy it.
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Who finished the project?
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We did!
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Excellent!
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You were very responsible.
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We checked everything twice.
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How was the test?
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It wasn't too difficult.
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Really?
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Most questions were answerable.
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I can't see the waterfall.
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It's invisible because of the fog.
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Wow!
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Now it's visible!
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Did you see that shot?
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That was incredible!
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I thought it was impossible!
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Let's check the information again.
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That's a sensible idea.
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Thank you.
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I want everything to be correct.

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Learn English with YouTube: Real-Life Suffixes in Action

The video brings to life a relatable scenario—friends chatting about backpacks, school projects, and a foggy waterfall—where two key suffixes, -able and -ible, shine. These suffixes turn verbs into adjectives, describing what can be done or how something acts. From a "washable" backpack to an "answerable" test, the dialogue shows how these words fit seamlessly into daily conversations, making them easy to practice.

Useful Chunks & Collocations to Memorize

  • Washable backpack: A common phrase for describing items that can be cleaned—perfect for talking about clothes or gear.
  • Responsible student: Praise someone’s reliability with this chunk, great for school or work contexts.
  • Answerable questions: Describe tasks that aren’t too hard—ideal for discussing tests or problems.
  • Invisible because of the fog: Link -ible words to causes, like weather, to add detail to your speech.
  • Sensible idea: Approve of smart plans with this phrase, useful in any conversation.

Your Shadowing Challenge: Speak Like a Native

Ready to practice? Try the shadowing technique—a proven way to boost fluency. Play the video, pause after each line, and repeat it out loud, mimicking the tone and speed. Focus on words like "invisible" and "responsible"—notice how the suffixes flow. For extra practice, use a shadowing site to record yourself and compare. This "shadow speak" method helps you internalize natural speech patterns fast. By the end of the video, you’ll be using -able and -ible like a pro. Remember: every repeat brings you closer to sounding confident. Let’s go—your next conversation will be incredible!

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.