More examples: -ine saying /in/

In these words the final syllable sounds like /in/. On the end of a word this sound is often spelled ine.

Only 5 of these words will be used during the Learn the Words activities.

engine
This truck's engine runs on diesel fuel.
determine
The amount of sales will determine the profits.
discipline
The teacher had a consistent approach to discipline. *
examine
She asked the doctor to examine her ears.
famine
The long drought was followed by famine. *
feminine
Cynthia is a feminine name of Greek origin.
genuine
Are these genuine diamonds?
imagine
Eva could imagine swimming in the warm blue sea. *
heroine
The heroine in the film saved the day.
masculine
We heard a masculine voice singing in the other room.
medicine
The local chemist will have the right medicine for you.