Explore this spelling list: Other ways of spelling the /ar/ sound. This page and its activities are crafted to help you perfect your spelling. Click on Learn, Games, Test, Print, or Write to explore all the available spelling tools.
In this list, you'll discover words where the letters al spell the /ar/ sound, as well as examples where, in some accents, the letter a represents the /ar/ sound. Examples include calm, palm, and bath. As you explore this collection, pay attention to how the /ar/ sound is represented in different words. To reinforce your understanding, try a Listen and Spell test to see how well you can remember each word. With practice, you'll gain confidence in spelling and using these variations of the /ar/ sound!
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calm |
Don’t panic, stay calm.
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palm |
The palm tree swayed in the wind.
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calf |
One of our cows has just had a calf.
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half |
Noah ate half the cake.
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father |
My father is called Andrew.
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rather |
It's rather rude to swear.
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bath |
She had a long soak in the bath.
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path |
The path was rough and rocky.
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craft |
Thatching is an ancient craft.
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ask |
I want to ask Nina to my party.
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basket |
The basket was full of edible treats.
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plant |
My cactus is my favourite plant.
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class |
We are studying angles in our geometry class.
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glass |
Be careful not to break that glass.
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chance |
I have very little chance of winning.
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dance |
My favourite dance is the waltz.
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advance |
They planned their trip well in advance.
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blast |
There was a large blast in the quarry.
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last |
Did you receive my last letter?
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castle |
The old castle has a moat.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 10. Spelling choices for /ar/ sound; ar, a
Spelling Practice: Other ways of spelling the /ar/ soundEnhance your spelling proficiency with interactive and fun exercises.
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Spelling Games: Other ways of spelling the /ar/ soundBoost your spelling skills with interactive challenges.
Springtime Spelling
Spring into spelling!
Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
Take a Spelling Test: Other ways of spelling the /ar/ soundChallenge yourself with a spelling test for these words.
Printable Activities: Other ways of spelling the /ar/ soundUse printable worksheets to reinforce spelling skills.
Handwriting Practice: Other ways of spelling the /ar/ soundStrengthen spelling retention through writing practice.
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