If there is a long /u/ sound at the end of a word, it is often spelled with the letters ue. You can practise spelling the long u (oo) sound by working through this list of ue words.
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due |
The plane was delayed due to fog.
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argue |
Why do you always argue with me?
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issue |
I want to discuss the issue.
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pursue |
A lion will pursue its prey across the grassy plain.
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rescue |
The rescue helicopter pulled him from the sea.
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statue |
The Statue of Liberty is in New York, America.
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tissue |
Thin paper can be called tissue.
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value |
What is the value of this old watch?
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avenue |
There is a large avenue of trees in the park.
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barbecue |
Dan cooked the chicken on the barbecue.
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continue |
We will continue the meeting after coffee.
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* This sentence was added by a Spellzone user.
Spelling Practice: ue words (copy)Strengthen your spelling abilities with structured learning activities.
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Spelling Games: ue words (copy)Practice 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!
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Printable Activities: ue words (copy)Take your spelling practice offline with printable activities.
Handwriting Practice: ue words (copy)Strengthen spelling retention through writing practice.
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