Explore this spelling list: Common words - set 2. 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 words in this list are commonly misspelled, even though they appear frequently in both written and spoken English. Understanding the meanings of these words is important. For example, could expresses possibility, should offers advice, would is used for polite requests or hypothetical situations, and friend refers to a close companion. Learning to spell these words correctly is key for clear communication and written fluency. Try a Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check activity to test your skills.
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could |
We could hear the wolves howling.
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should |
You should put a coat on before you go out.
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would |
Would you like a strawberry milkshake?
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other |
Let's walk on the other side of the street.
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another |
Would you like another drink?
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any |
Would you like any help?
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anywhere |
I cant find my phone anywhere.
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many |
Greece has many ancient ruins.
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friend |
My best friend never ceases to amuse me.
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build |
They wanted to build a house.
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people |
I was curious to see how many people turned up.
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sure |
Are you sure you don't want to come to the party?
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minute |
That clock is ten minutes slow.
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woman |
The woman sailed around the world.
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because |
We were late because of the traffic.
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beautiful |
There's a beautiful view from my balcony.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 18. Irregular common words – common errors e.g. would, who, does
Spelling Practice: Common words - set 2Refine your spelling with guided exercises tailored to this word list.
How to use:
Look and read the word.
Say the word. Click the speaker icon.
Cover the word.
Write the word.
Check your spelling.
Spelling Games: Common words - set 2Make learning enjoyable with engaging spelling games.
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: Common words - set 2Test your knowledge and track your improvement.
Printable Activities: Common words - set 2Practice offline by printing worksheets for these words.
Handwriting Practice: Common words - set 2Improve your spelling by writing these words.
This word list was created by Spellzone. View more Spellzone course lists or curriculum word lists.
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