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Welcome to this list on the short /oo/ sound!
In this list, you will explore words where the letters oo create a sound similar to that in book or foot . These words are used in everyday conversation - learning them will help you build your vocabulary and improve your pronunciation. Notice how the sound is crisp yet brief, making it distinct from the long /oo/ sound found in other words.
As you work through examples like good, wood, and cook, you will gain confidence in spelling this pattern. Try a Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check activity to support your learning.
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Learn more in Unit 13. Spelling choices for /oo/ sound: oo, ou
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