Explore this spelling list: l sound after a vowel. These words are tailored to support your spelling journey. Choose between games, tests, and downloadable activities to learn in a way that suits you.
When the l sound makes an extra syllable after a vowel, it is spelled al or el.
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denial |
She was in denial about losing her job.
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dial |
She had to dial the correct telephone number.
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jovial |
He was in a jovial mood.
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material |
Rubber is a flexible material.
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trial |
The police managed to collate the evidence in time for the trial.
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actual |
The actual results were unknown.
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factual |
I prefer factual books to fiction.
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gradual |
There was a gradual increase in the average grades of the class.
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manual |
I followed the instructions in the manual.
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ritual |
My morning ritual involves lots of coffee.
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usual |
It is usual for dessert to be eaten after the main course.
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virtual |
He plays lots of virtual games .
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visual |
She was an expert in the field of visual arts.
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loyal |
David has been a loyal friend for many years.
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royal |
The royal family lives in that palace.
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fuel |
This truck's engine runs on diesel fuel.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 26. Word endings: -le, and exceptions e.g. al, el, ol
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Spelling Games: The l sound after a vowelPractice these words while playing fun and educational games.
Spelling Snowball
Winter spelling fun!
Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
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Monkey Business
It's bananas!
Take a Spelling Test: The l sound after a vowelCheck your spelling accuracy with this test.
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