These words are examples of the doubling rule: when a word ends in a short vowel and one consonant we must double the consonant when adding a vowel suffix.
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flapping |
The bird was flapping its wings.
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getting |
My spelling is getting much better.
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runner |
The runner showed great endurance.
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spotted |
We spotted a kingfisher on the river bank.
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biggish |
The promotion will be a biggish step up for her.
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jogger |
The jogger runs five miles a day.
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funny |
Bob's wedding speech was very funny.
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snobbish |
I don't like snobbish people.
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snappy |
He was very snappy when he was hungry.
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setting |
The house is in a tranquil riverside setting.
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hidden |
I have hidden my sweets from my brother.
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trodden |
I think you have trodden in something smelly.
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dipped |
I dipped my foot in the freezing water.
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Spelling Practice: Words with doubled lettersEnhance your spelling proficiency with interactive and fun exercises.
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Spelling Games: Words with doubled lettersChallenge yourself with spelling games and improve accuracy.
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: Words with doubled lettersChallenge yourself with a spelling test for these words.
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Handwriting Practice: Words with doubled lettersImprove your spelling by writing these words.
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