Can you spell all the words correctly? Long /oo/ spelled ou. Try this test!
Did you know that the letters ou can make the long /oo/ sound? While ou is often found in words with different pronunciations, in this list, it creates the same sound you hear in group, through, and youth.
This spelling isn’t as common as oo in words like moon or food, but learning to spot it will help you read and spell with confidence. Pay close attention to how these words are used in sentences, and click on each one to explore its meaning and pronunciation. The more you work with these words, the easier spelling will become!
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Learn more in Unit 13. Spelling choices for /oo/ sound: oo, ou
"I ran the trial with a small group of students over three weeks before the summer holidays," she says. "I quickly saw the benefits, and signed up."
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