More examples: ei words

In English, the combination ei often represents the long /a/ sound in certain words. This spelling pattern can be found in words like vein and reign. Understanding how ei works will help you pronounce and spell these words correctly.

As you explore this list, pay attention to each word's meaning and context. Practising these words will strengthen your spelling skills and boost your confidence in using them in sentences!

reins	Hold the reins lightly.
vein	A vein carries blood to the heart.
veil	The bride wore a long white veil.
reign	The country prospered under the King's reign.
neigh	I heard the horse neigh from the stable.
weigh	Weigh the ingredients carefully. *
sleigh	The sleigh was pulled by reindeer.
eight	I get to work at eight o'clock.
freight	The freight was loaded onto the ship.
weight	To win the cake you must guess its weight.
neighbor	Their new neighbor was very kind.