Spelling Word List: Y as a vowel in the middle of words

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Study the Word List: Y as a vowel in the middle of words

Vowel sounds are sometimes spelt ´y´ in the middle of words (as long or short ´i´)

	Mystery	We watched a murder mystery on TV.
	Crystal	Diamonds are a type of crystal.
	Symbol	This symbol means 'add' : +.
	Myth	A myth is a story that may be untrue.
	Nylon	Thread can be made of cotton or nylon.
	Typical	Mini skirts were typical 60s fashion.
	Sympathy	We feel sympathy for the flood victims. *
	Polygon	A pentagon is a polygon with five sides. *
	Cyclone	A violent storm with strong winds is a cyclone.
	Rhythm	James plays rhythm guitar.
	System	The decimal numeral system has ten as its base.
	Pyramid	Tourists flock to see the pyramids in Egypt.
	Egypt	The capital of Egypt is Cairo. *
	Style	I'm going to alter my hair style.
	Cylinder	A tube shaped object is a cylinder.

* This sentence was added by a Spellzone user.

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Spelling Practice: Y as a vowel in the middle of words

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Mystery

Crystal

Symbol

Myth

Nylon

Typical

Sympathy

Polygon

Cyclone

Rhythm

System

Pyramid

Egypt

Style

Cylinder

Spelling Games: Y as a vowel in the middle of words

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