Explore this spelling list: y words. Make the most of these interactive activities and resources to help you learn. Choose between games, tests, and downloadable activities to learn in a way that suits you.
The letter y is used to spell the long /i/ sound in these words.
Say the words aloud as you learn them. Can you hear the long vowel sound?
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cry |
The baby started to cry when she was hungry.
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spy |
The spy knew the secret code.
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why |
Why are you crying?
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apply |
He wanted to apply for a new job.
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deny |
She had to deny any involvement in the robbery.
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rely |
You can rely on Brad to be on time.
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reply |
I need a reply by the weekend.
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identify |
I could identify him by his very long hair.
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magnify |
A microscope uses a lens to magnify a slide so we can examine it closely.
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multiply |
The boy struggled to multiply numbers without a calculator.
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rhyme |
Does the poem rhyme?
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style |
I'm going to alter my hair style.
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type |
A popular type of nut is the cashew nut.
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cycle |
I prefer to cycle to work rather than going by bus.
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dynamic |
Beth has a very dynamic personality.
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python |
A python kills its prey by crushing it.
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