In one-syllable words, there are two ways of spelling the /oi/ sound: oi and oy. Use oi in the middle of a word and oy at the end. This list will help you practise spelling the oi sound in a mixture of oi and oy words.
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Will you boil the kettle for tea?
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They wrapped the sandwiches in foil.
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This garden soil is good quality.
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Please don't spoil the game by cheating.
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He began to toil up the hill.
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The coin featured the monarch's profile.
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The musician had to audition to join the band.
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Loin of lamb is a very tender meat.
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Your elbow is a hinge joint.
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The contract was deemed void.
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He used a hoist to lift the weight.
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You need a new joist fitted above that door.
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This chocolate cake is very moist.
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There is a good choice of food in the canteen.
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His voice was very faint.
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Did you hear that strange noise?
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The boy ate some cake.
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The baby has brought them great joy.
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She loved her toy train.
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Learn about these words in Unit 16. Spelling choices for /oi/ sound: oi, oy
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