Another way of spelling the weak vowel ending is with the letters our. Please note: these words have the British English spelling
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armour |
The armadillo has a leathery armour shell.
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clamour |
There was a clamour from the crowd at the bad news.
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endeavour |
I will endeavour to win at all costs.
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flavour |
I add salt to improve the flavour.
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glamour |
The young actor was attracted by the glamour of Hollywood.
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harbour |
The fishing boats spent the night in harbour.
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honour |
She hoped the ceremony would honour her father's memory.
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humour |
Pete has a wry sense of humour.
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labour |
Many companies rely on labour from other countries.
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neighbour |
Our new neighbour seems very nice.
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odour |
Bad eggs have a dreadful odour.
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rumour |
There's a rumour spreading about our teacher.
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savour |
He wanted to savour every moment.
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splendour |
The splendour of the palace was amazing.
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valour |
He was given a medal for his valour.
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vapour |
Clouds are made from water vapour.
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vigour |
He approached his task with vigour.
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behaviour |
His behaviour was obnoxious.
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Learn more about these words in Unit 25. Word endings: -er, -ar, -or, -our, re, a and -ery, -ary
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