
The letters oo are used to spell two slightly different sounds.
These examples are all words that are pronounced with a long /oo/ sound.
Say each word aloud. Can you hear the long oo sound?
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Fish is a healthy food.
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I could see from his smile that he was in a good mood.
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The mosque has a dome on the roof.
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I have absolute proof that he did it.
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It was a spring morning and the air was cool.
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Please pass me my tool box.
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The big drum made a loud boom.
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He peered into the gloom.
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The spoon was silver.
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She will arrive soon.
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Would you like a scoop of ice cream?
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I heard the hoot of an owl.
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They had a lovely walk on the moor.
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The film received poor reviews.
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Learn about these words in Unit 13. Spelling choices for /oo/ sound: oo, ou
Learn this spelling list using the 'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' activity.
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