
Words that learners at Entry Level 3 are required to read and spell correctly.
In these words the weak vowel sound in the final syllable is spelled with the letter e. There are many words ending in -ent. Here are just a few.
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absent |
William was absent during class today.
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absorbent |
This cloth is extremely absorbent.
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adjacent |
They slept in adjacent rooms.
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ancient |
Greece has many ancient ruins.
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apparent |
It became apparent that he wasn't ready for the job.
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competent |
He is a competent pianist.
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confident |
The football manager was confident of winning.
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convenient |
Will it be convenient to call tomorrow?
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decent |
The fish was a decent size so we kept it.
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different |
The paints in the box are different colours.
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efficient |
An efficient machine works well.
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excellent |
The choreography in the show was excellent.
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frequent |
I am frequent visitor to the zoo.
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imminent |
The train departure was imminent.
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obedient |
William was obedient as a child.
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patient |
All the patients escaped from the fire.
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permanent |
I'm hoping my job will be made permanent.
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present |
Linda screamed with delight when she opened the present.
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transparent |
Quartz is a hard transparent mineral.
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violent |
The film censor cut the most violent scene.
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Learn this spelling list using the 'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' activity.
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 using the word list: Entry Level 3: Words ending in -ent
Autumn Anagram
A spelling game for Autumn!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Test yourself using the 'Listen and Spell' spelling test.
Print worksheets and activities: Entry Level 3: Words ending in -ent
Handwriting worksheets: Entry Level 3: Words ending in -ent
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