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If a base word ends in y preceded by a consonant, change the y to i before all suffixes except those beginning with i. Keep the y if the suffix begins with i as ii is not permissible in English except in taxiing and skiing. Letters and Sounds, Phase Six.
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happy |
We were happy to dance and sing.
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happiness |
The party was full of happiness.
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happier |
Affluence does not necessarily lead to a happier life.
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baby |
If the baby is asleep there is peace and quiet.
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babies |
This hospital ward is for mothers with new babies.
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babyish |
That is babyish behaviour.
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carry |
Can you manage to carry that all by yourself?
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carried |
The knight carried a shield.
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carrying |
A satchel is useful for carrying books at school.
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taxiing |
Our plane was taxiing before take-off.
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skiing |
He loves skiing in the French Alps.
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Springtime Spelling
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Egg Hunt
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Against the Clock
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Mayan Temple
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Monkey Business
It's bananas!
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