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This word list looks at words spelled with a silent b. These mb words are pronounced with the vowel sound m.
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bomb |
The disposal squad quickly defused the bomb.
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climb |
They set out to climb Mount Everest.
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crumb |
The waiter brushed the crumb off the table.
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dumb |
He was struck dumb with horror.
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lamb |
The newborn lamb had to be fed by hand.
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limb |
He lost a limb in the accident.
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numb |
My fingers are numb with cold.
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thumb |
I use my thumb to unlock my phone.
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plumber |
We had to call out the plumber to fix the sink.
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tomb |
The tomb of the dead hero has many visitors.
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womb |
A baby spends nine months in the womb.
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catacomb |
A catacomb is an underground cemetery.
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debt |
Debt can cripple a country's economy.
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doubt |
I doubt that we will make it on time.
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subtle |
The girl gave her friend a subtle hint that it was time to leave the party.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 22. Words with silent letters e.g. wrap, comb, sign, knight
Spelling Practice: Silent b wordsStrengthen your spelling abilities with structured learning activities.
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Spelling Games: Silent b wordsPlay interactive games to practice these words in a fun way.
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: Silent b wordsCheck your spelling accuracy with this test.
Printable Activities: Silent b wordsDownload a printable spelling list for studying anytime.
Handwriting Practice: Silent b wordsImprove your spelling by writing these words.
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