Explore this spelling list: Some short common words - set 1. Learn the words in the spelling list then try out the spelling games at the bottom of the page. Click on the learning tabs to discover different ways to study.
Even though these words are short, they can be tricky to spell. Words like why, when, which, and what are some of the most common culprits. The simplicity of these words can make us think they’re easy to spell, but frequent mistakes show that even the most basic words can cause confusion. Understanding how to spell and use these words correctly will help you improve your writing. Try a Listen and Spell Test to see how many you know!
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why |
Why are you crying?
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when |
When is it time to go home?
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which |
Which way shall we go?
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what |
What are you wearing that hat for?
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where |
Where have I put my keys?
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who |
Who would like to go first?
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whose |
Whose pen is this?
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live |
They live in a very small house.
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living |
All living things respire.
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give |
I'll give you a ride home.
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given |
Meg has given birth to twins.
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love |
This letter comes with all my love.
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lover |
I think he is a lover.
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have |
What have I done with my car keys?
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having |
Do you fancy having a pizza tonight.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 18. Irregular common words – common errors e.g. would, who, does
Spelling Practice: Some short common words - set 1Test and improve your spelling through focused repetition and drills.
How to use:
Look and read the word.
Say the word. Click the speaker icon.
Cover the word.
Write the word.
Check your spelling.
Spelling Games: Some short common words - set 1Play interactive games to practice these words in a fun way.
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: Some short common words - set 1Measure your progress with a spelling test on these words.
Printable Activities: Some short common words - set 1Use printable worksheets to reinforce spelling skills.
Handwriting Practice: Some short common words - set 1Strengthen spelling retention through writing practice.
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