Practice: spelling and sound — English pronunciation practice

How to say it

Hear it, then spell it — “say the word in beats, drop the silent letters and find the strong syllable”

1. Say the word in beats and count them.
2. Watch for silent letters and for spellings with more than one sound.
3. Say the weak syllables lightly, as “uh”.

Use it for: Revising Part 2 before word stress and rhythm in Part 3.

Worked example: Which letter is silent in “write”? → w

✏️ Practice

Listen (🔊) or read, then tap your choice. Say each word aloud after you check. Stuck? Press “Show me how”.

🏁 Lesson 16 test

20 questions. Check each answer, then go to the next one. Get 16 or more right to pass.

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🖨️ Spelling and Pronunciation Worksheet

• Worksheet set 1 (PDF)
• Worksheet set 2 (PDF)
• Worksheet set 3 (PDF)