Recognise and spell common homophones
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compliment |
I gave the man a compliment about his new hat.
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complement |
Her scarf complemented her outfit.
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descent |
They began their descent at dawn.
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dissent |
The footballer was sent off for dissent.
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heel |
I've got a blister on my heel.
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heal |
Cover it up until it heals.
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desert |
Why did the soldier desert his post?
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dessert |
I'd like ice-cream for dessert.
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draft |
This is the first draft of my speech.
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draught |
The open door caused a draught.
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fair |
Jane has fair hair.
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fare |
How much is the bus fare?
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write |
Please write to me when you go away.
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right |
We don't drive on the right in England.
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* This sentence was added by a Spellzone user.
Spelling Practice: List 28 homophonesRefine your spelling with guided exercises tailored to this word list.
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Spelling Games: List 28 homophonesPractice these words while playing fun and educational games.
Autumn Anagram
A spelling game for Autumn!
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: List 28 homophonesChallenge yourself with a spelling test for these words.
Printable Activities: List 28 homophonesDownload a printable spelling list for studying anytime.
Handwriting Practice: List 28 homophonesWrite these words to reinforce learning and improve recall.
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