Lesson 22. Suffixes for Creating Adjectives

Welcome to the final lesson of Learn English 2. In this lesson you'll learn how to make adjectives from nouns and verbs using suffixes.

You'll also learn some common English words for items in the kitchen.

The lesson ends with a short story about three friends who visit Vancouver for three days in the winter.

語彙 - Kitchen Items

This section contains some English words for kitchen items.

glass

cup

bowl

plate

knife

spoon

fork

ladle

pot

frying pan

blender

scissors

toaster

kettle

cupboards

kitchen sink

chair

table

fridge

dishwasher

stove

oven

microwave oven

garbage can

文法 - Create Adjectives with Suffixes

Suffixes

A suffix is a letter or group of letters added to the end of a word.

Creating adjectives from verbs

In English the past participle of many verbs can be used as an adjective.

例

Verb	Adjective
bore	bored
crowd	crowded
worry	worried

There are several suffixes that can be added to verbs to convert them to adjectives.

Suffix	Meaning
ing	describes the effect of the verb
less	means without the action of the verb.
ive	describes the effect of the verb
ant	means to have the characteristic of the verb
ent	means someone who performs or causes the action of the verb
able ible	means capable of being

例

verb	adjective
confuse	confusing	紛らわしい
interest	interesting	面白い
expense	expensive	高価な
please	pleasant	心地よい
differ	different	別
comfort	comfortable	快適

Creating adjectives from nouns

In English there are several suffixes that can be added to nouns to convert them to adjectives. The most common of these suffixes are:

Suffix	Meaning
y	means characterized by or inclined to
ish	means belonging to or having the characteristic of
ful	means full of a given quality
less	means without
ous	means full of a given quality

例

noun	adjective
anger	angry	怒って
sleep	sleepy	眠い
storm	stormy	嵐
fool	foolish	愚か, 馬鹿, 愚かしい
beauty	beautiful	美しい
thought	thoughtful	思慮深い,
help	helpless	哀れ
motion	motionless	不動
danger	dangerous	危ない
mystery	mysterious	謎めいた

Flashcards

Here are some flashcards to help you learn the English words for kitchen items.

Short Story

Vancouver Winter Vacation

Vancouver, Canada

Listen to the story.

Vancouver Winter Vacation
Three friends—Ella, Ava, and Jack—arrived in Vancouver on a brisk winter’s morning for a three day vacation.
Day 1: The City Awaits
Arriving early in the morning, the trio checked into a cozy Hotel in the heart of Downtown.
“First things first—coffee!” Ella exclaimed as they dropped their bags off at the hotel.
They found a cute café close to the hotel, where they had a quick breakfast and coffee, which fueled them for their day.
“I heard Granville Island is a must-visit. What do you think?” Jack suggested.
“Absolutely, let’s go!” Ava agreed.
They strolled through Granville Island, where the vibrant Public Market enticed them with its array of local produce and artisanal goods. The Granville Island Toy Company reignited their inner child with whimsical displays.
“This place is a treasure trove!” Jack remarked.
They dined at a restaurant near False Creek, their laughter mingling with the sounds of the people walking and cycling along the Seawall.
As the day drew to a close, they watched the sun set at English Bay.
“Look at those colors,” Ava whispered in awe.
Day 2: Mountains and Sea
The next day was an ode to Vancouver’s majestic landscape. They took a short ferry to North Vancouver and then a bus ride to the base of Grouse Mountain.
“Ready for some winter fun?” Jack asked, his excitement palpable.
Wrapped in layers, they eagerly hopped on the Skyride, the city shrinking below them as the snow-covered peaks came into view. On the slopes, they found a variety of winter activities to choose from.
“I’m hitting the ice rink!” Ella declared.
“Great, I’ll join you,” Ava said.
After lunch, they rented equipment for skiing and headed for the chairlift.
Jack, an experienced skier, gave them tips as the chairlift brought them to the top of the mountain.
They spent the rest of the day skiing, and as the sun set, they stared in amazement as the sky darkend and the city far below lit up.
Afterwards, they went into the restaurant and shared their experiences over hot cocoa.
“I think I finally got the hang of it!” Ella said, beaming.
“You did great,” Jack reassured her.
Day 3: Coastal Serenity
Their final day promised tranquility. They explored the lush greenery of Stanley Park, taking a leisurely bike ride around the Seawall.
“I can’t believe this park is right in the city,” Ava said, marveling at the surroundings.
Jack, an avid photographer, captured every breathtaking view—from the tranquil waters of Lost Lagoon to the haunting beauty of Siwash Rock.
“Hold still, this shot’s going to be amazing,” Jack directed.
The day was capped with a visit to the Vancouver Aquarium, where they were mesmerized by the vibrant marine life.
“That sea otter is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen,” Ella gushed.
In the evening, they returned to their cozy abode, exhausted but fulfilled. They reflected on the memories they had created, each friend leaving with a sense of wonder and gratitude for their time spent together.
“Best vacation ever!” Jack said as they settled in for the night.
“And to think, we have so many more adventures ahead of us,” Ava added with a smile.
And so, with hearts full and spirits lifted, Ella, Ava, and Jack said goodbye to Vancouver, promising to return one day.

Quiz

1) For each picture, write the English word for the item shown.
2) For each adjective, write the English translation.

Progress

Congratulations

Congratulations! If you've completed all of the quizzes, you've now finished the course. The next step is to go back through the lessons, focusing on any areas that are still giving you trouble. Reread the dialogs and stories, making sure you can easily understand them.

You should now have a good understanding of basic English. The next step is to increase your vocabulary. The English Vocabulary 1 and English Vocabulary 2 courses will help you learn more English words and phrases.

The following English short stories will also give you more practice with the English language and help improve your English vocabulary.

The Castle in the Forest

The Abandoned Cabin

The City of Echoes

The Search

Thanks for taking this course and good luck with the rest of your learning English journey!

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