Scrabble Words Ending in -ABLE — Adjective Suffix Bingos
-ABLE is the adjective-maker suffix that turns any verb into a bingo opportunity. With A, B, L, E on your rack, you only need 3 more tiles for a 7-letter play. CAPABLE leads at 13 points, DURABLE brings 10, and NOTABLE scores 9 — each earning the 50-point bonus. The B alone is worth 3 points, giving -ABLE words a scoring edge over lighter suffixes like -ING.
13
Top Score (CAPABLE)
4
Suffix Tiles (ABLE)
3pts
B Tile Value
200+
Valid -ABLE Words
Top -ABLE Words
🏆 CAPABLE
13 points · 7 letters · C(3)+A(1)+P(3)+A(1)+B(3)+L(1)+E(1) · Double 3pt tiles
🏆 DURABLE
10 points · 7 letters · D(2)+U(1)+R(1)+A(1)+B(3)+L(1)+E(1) · Bingo eligible
⭐ NOTABLE
9 points · 7 letters · N(1)+O(1)+T(1)+A(1)+B(3)+L(1)+E(1) · All common tiles
⭐ SIZABLE
18 points · 7 letters · S(1)+I(1)+Z(10)+A(1)+B(3)+L(1)+E(1) · Z adds 10pts
-ABLE Bingo Strategy
Recognise the stem: A+B+L+E on your rack = instant bingo potential. Only 3 more tiles needed. Common roots: CAP, DUR, NOT, SIZ, LIV, PAL. Memorise 10 roots and you'll always have options.
B adds base value: Unlike -ING (all 1-point tiles), -ABLE includes B (3pts). This means your suffix alone contributes 6 points before the root even starts. -ABLE bingos average higher base scores.
Extend with UN-: Many -ABLE words accept UN- prefix: UNABLE, UNCAPABLE. If the board is open, an 8-9 letter UN___ABLE play earns the bingo bonus with even more base points.
💡 Key Insight
-ABLE attaches to more roots than almost any other suffix. If you can think of a verb, chances are it has an -ABLE form. This makes it one of the most versatile bingo stems — memorise 10 short roots and you'll always find a play.
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