Spelling list: Words with doubled letters

These words follow the doubling rule, where the final consonant doubles when adding a vowel suffix to a word ending in a single short vowel and one consonant.

For example:

flap + -ing flapping

dip + -ed dipped

This pattern helps keep the vowel sounds short and clear. The list below includes examples to help you recognise and apply this rule.

flapping	The bird was flapping its wings.
getting	My spelling is getting much better.
runner	The runner showed great endurance.
spotted	We spotted a kingfisher on the river bank.
biggish	The promotion will be a biggish step up for her.
jogger	The jogger runs five miles a day.
funny	Bob's wedding speech was very funny.
snobbish	I don't like snobbish people.
snappy	He was very snappy when he was hungry.
setting	The house is in a tranquil riverside setting.
hidden	I have hidden my sweets from my brother.
trodden	I think you have trodden in something smelly.
dipped	I dipped my foot in the freezing water.