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Study the word list: Using tch to spell the /ch/ sound

In English, the way we write the ch sound can sometimes be a bit tricky.

While we usually use the letters ch to spell this sound, for example in words like church or chat, in some words, like watch or catch, we use tch instead. This happens when there's a short sound just before the ch sound.

This rule applies to longer words too For instance, the word kitchen has a short /i/ sound followed by tch and the word butcher has a short /u/ sound followed by tch.

So, if you ever hear a short vowel sound before a ch sound, you will know to look out for the tch spelling. You can use the different spelling activities and games that come with list to test yourself on this rule.

hatch The eggs began to hatch.
latch The old door is fitted with a brass latch.
snatch The boy needed to learn not to snatch toys from other children.
watch I like to watch television.
stretch Make sure you stretch before you go for a run.
witch The witch chanted a powerful incantation.
stitch Dan stitched up the torn seam of his coat.
crutch The injured man used a crutch.
clutch Push the clutch all the way in before you change gear.
kitchen We prepare food in the kitchen.
butcher The butcher sells meat in his shop.
hatchet A hatchet is a small axe.
ketchup John likes ketchup on his food.
match I hope we win the match.

Learn more about these words in Unit 4. Spelling the consonant digraphs, Part 1

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hatch
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hatch
latch
snatch
watch
stretch
witch
stitch
crutch
clutch
kitchen
butcher
hatchet
ketchup
match

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