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The letter y in the middle of a word often represents the long /i/ sound, as in rhyme, style, and cycle. It can also appear in words with Greek or Latin roots, such as psychology and hygiene.
Notice how in psychology, the y in the middle makes a long /i/ sound, while the y at the end makes a short /i/ sound.
Why not try a spelling test to check your understanding of these words?
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rhyme |
These words all rhyme: time, crime, chime.
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style |
I'm going to alter my hair style.
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type |
Many types of fish live in coral.
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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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hyena |
The hyena feeds on dead animals.
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hyphen |
A hyphen can be used to join two words: good-looking.
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hydrogen |
Water is two parts hydrogen and one part oxygen.
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pylon |
The wires are strung along very tall pylons.
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python |
A python kills its prey by crushing it.
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typhoon |
Two ships were sunk in the typhoon.
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tyrant |
The powerful leader was a tyrant.
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analyze
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Please analyze these figures for me.
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paralyze
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He is paralyzed from the waist down.
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hygiene |
Good hygiene keeps germs away.
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psychology |
My brother is studying psychology at college.
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psychiatry |
Psychiatry is the study and treatment of mental illness.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 7. Long vowels e.g ee, ea or y? oa, o-e, or ow? u-e, ue, or ew?
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Spelling Games: y in the middle (US)Practice these words while playing fun and educational games.
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