Spelling list: Longer words with ck

In this section, we delve into words that include the ck spelling. This spelling represents the hard /k/ sound that follows a short vowel. Understanding this spelling rule is essential for clear communication in your writing.

Notable examples are: packet,ticket, and rocket.

Tip for learners:

As you work through the exercises, try to identify additional words that conform to this spelling pattern. Recognising and applying these rules will significantly improve your spelling capabilities and boost your confidence in your writing.

packet	It was tough to open the packet. *
jacket	He wore a woollen jacket.
racket	He broke a string in his racket.
ticket	Have you got a ticket for the show?
cricket	There are eleven players in a cricket team.
locket	A locket is a necklace that holds a picture.
rocket	The rocket shot up in the sky.
socket	I plug my phone into the socket to charge. *
bucket	We use a bucket for mixing our cement. *
padlock	My shed will be safe with this padlock on the door.
sundeck	They lay on the sundeck of the boat.