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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cue |
I use my cue stick to play the game of pool.
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due |
The plane was delayed due to fog.
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hue |
The sky had a reddish hue at sunset.
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sue |
If the boss fires me I will sue him.
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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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rescue |
The rescue helicopter pulled him from the sea.
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statue |
The Statue of Liberty is in New York.
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tissue |
Thin paper can be called tissue.
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value |
The approximate value for the house was $300,000.
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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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blue |
The sea and sky were both deep blue.
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glue |
I use the glue to stick the photos to my album.
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true |
Is what you said true or false?
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* This sentence was added by a Spellzone user.
Spelling Practice: ue words (copy)Improve your spelling skills with interactive exercises and activities.
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: ue words (copy)Reinforce your learning through exciting word 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!
Take a Spelling Test: ue words (copy)See how well you know these words with a spelling test.
Printable Activities: ue words (copy)Use printable worksheets to reinforce spelling skills.
Handwriting Practice: ue words (copy)Practice handwriting and spelling with interactive exercises.
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