The most common way to spell the /er/ sound on the end of a word is with the letters er. As you go through this list of er words, say each word aloud and listen to the weak vowel sound. Can you hear how it sounds slightly different to the er sound in the middle of a word (like in person )?
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Hannah ran faster than Lee.
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My pencil is sharper than yours.
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It stays lighter for longer in the summer.
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My hair has become smoother since I switched shampoo.
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The baker kneaded the dough thoroughly.
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Car lights can dazzle drivers at night.
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The dancer twists and turns.
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She was an excellent rider.
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Will is the fastest runner in the school.
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The buoyancy aid helped keep the weak swimmer afloat.
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The teacher gave me good advice.
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My brother's daughter is my niece.
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The arrested man asked for a lawyer.
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The writer won a prestigious prize.
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They hoped their manager would let them leave early.
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I have asked my publisher for an extension on my book deadline.
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I managed to control my anger.
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He was reluctant to answer my question.
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When will you be able to deliver my order?
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The rescue helicopter pulled him from the sea.
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