These examples use the letters tch to spell the ch sound. This is because the ch sound falls straight after a short vowel sound.
Some exceptions to this rule are: rich, much, such, and which.
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hatch |
The eggs began to hatch.
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latch |
The old door is fitted with a brass latch.
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snatch |
The boy needed to learn not to snatch toys from other children.
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watch |
I like to watch television.
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stretch |
Make sure you stretch before you go for a run.
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witch |
The witch chanted a powerful incantation.
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stitch |
Dan stitched up the torn seam of his coat.
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crutch |
The injured man used a crutch.
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clutch |
Push the clutch all the way in before you change gear.
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kitchen |
We prepare food in the kitchen.
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butcher |
The butcher sells meat in his shop.
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hatchet |
A hatchet is a small axe.
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ketchup |
John likes ketchup on his food.
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match |
I hope we win the match.
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* This sentence was added by a Spellzone user.
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Spelling Games: Using tch to spell the /ch/ sound (copy)Reinforce your learning through exciting word games.
Summer spelling
Hot spelling fun.
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!
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