Explore this spelling list: Long /oo/ spelled ou. This page and its activities are crafted to help you perfect your spelling. Click on Learn, Games, Test, Print, or Write to explore all the available spelling tools.
Did you know that the letters ou can make the long /oo/ sound? While ou is often found in words with different pronunciations, in this list, it creates the same sound you hear in group, through, and youth.
This spelling isn’t as common as oo in words like moon or food, but learning to spot it will help you read and spell with confidence. Pay close attention to how these words are used in sentences, and click on each one to explore its meaning and pronunciation. The more you work with these words, the easier spelling will become!
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youth |
The youth hostel is located near Holland Park.
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mousse |
I love chocolate mousse.
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group |
The girls went to see their favourite pop group.
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routine |
After many years, she became bored of her daily routine.
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coupon |
She cut the coupon out of the newspaper.
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goulash |
Goulash is a meat dish made with paprika pepper.
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acoustic |
I have a new acoustic guitar.
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through |
He kicked the ball through the window.
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wound |
He went to hospital so they could mend his wound.
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troupe |
The troupe of dancers all wore blue.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 13. Spelling choices for /oo/ sound: oo, ou
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Spelling Games: Long /oo/ spelled ouPractice these words while playing fun and educational 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!
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Handwriting Practice: Long /oo/ spelled ouPractice handwriting and spelling with interactive exercises.
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