From a study commissioned by the TV channel Nick Jr UK to celebrate the launch of the children s literacy show Wallykazam!
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embarrassment |
Jane went red with embarrassment when she fell over.
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fluorescent |
The light in the garage is a fluorescent strip.
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accommodate |
I am sorry I can't accommodate you in my hotel.
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psychiatrist |
The psychiatrist worked at the hospital.
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occasionally |
When I drive I occasionally use an atlas.
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necessary |
Is it necessary to learn to spell properly?
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questionnaire |
Please complete the questionnaire.
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mischievous |
He is not malicious, just a little mischievous.
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rhythm |
James plays rhythm guitar.
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minuscule |
The head of an ant is minuscule.
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conscience |
My conscience is completely clear.
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xylophone |
Hugh sometimes plays the xylophone for fun.
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pronunciation |
Correct pronunciation of words is essential.
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graffiti |
Banksy is a famous graffiti artist and political activist.
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millennium |
A span of one thousand years is known as a millennium.
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occurrence |
Let's hope this isn't a regular occurrence.
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exhilarate |
A good walk on the moors will exhilarate and refresh you.
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restaurant |
We all love to go to the restaurant.
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accessory |
The gold necklace was her finest accessory.
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guarantee |
My new laptop has a three year guarantee.
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* This sentence was added by a Spellzone user.
Spelling Practice: 50 common words that Britons struggle to spell - Part 1 (copy)Master spelling with targeted practice sessions designed for 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: 50 common words that Britons struggle to spell - Part 1 (copy)Reinforce your learning through exciting word games.
Summer spelling
Hot spelling fun.
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: 50 common words that Britons struggle to spell - Part 1 (copy)Assess your spelling skills with an interactive test.
Printable Activities: 50 common words that Britons struggle to spell - Part 1 (copy)Print this word list for easy offline practice.
Handwriting Practice: 50 common words that Britons struggle to spell - Part 1 (copy)Improve your spelling by writing these words.
One of the students has put in a huge amount of effort in completing Spellzone at least 3 times a week since his arrival with us in January. Looking at his scores after the latest GL testing, his standardised score has risen from 99 to 131. This is a truly phenomenal result. I just wanted to share the best result I have ever seen.
Terrie Penrose-Toms, Casterton College
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