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These words use the letters er to spell the sound /er/.
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alert | Stay alert when driving. |
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expert | He was the top expert. |
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external | The old house has external walls made from sandstone. |
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conserve | Good driving is the best way to conserve fuel. |
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conversation | They were deep in conversation. |
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dessert | I'd like ice-cream for dessert. |
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divert | The police started to divert the traffic. |
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deter | Good locks can deter a burglar. |
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deserve | Dean does not deserve to go to jail. |
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fertile | Volcanic soil is very fertile. |
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permanent | I'm hoping my job will be made permanent. |
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reserve | Can we reserve our seats on this flight? |
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refer | I will refer your complaint to my boss. |
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universe | Nobody knows how many stars there are in the universe. |
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university | Do you want to go to college or university? |
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terminal | She has a terminal illness. |
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terminate | Her contract will terminate after six months. |
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Learn about these words in Unit 11. Spelling choices for /er/ sound: er, ir, ur, ear + wor
Learn this spelling list using the 'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' activity.
Test yourself using the 'Listen and Spell' spelling test.
Spelling games using the word list: er - longer words
Worksheets and activities using the word list: er - longer words
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