
If a base word ends in an e which is part of a split digraph, drop the e if the suffix begins with a vowel. Keep the e if the suffix begins with a consonant. Letters and Sounds, Phase Six.
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hope |
Let's hope for some good weather.
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hoping |
I'm hoping my job will be made permanent.
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hopeful |
I was hopeful about the result.
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like |
I don't like the way you said that.
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liked |
Joe liked to slide on the ice.
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safe |
My shed will be safe with this padlock on the door.
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safely |
Cross the road safely when the traffic stops.
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