Develop better spelling habits with the Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check method.
How to use:
Look and read the word.
Say the word. Click the speaker icon.
Cover the word.
Write the word.
Check your spelling.
The ay spelling pattern is a key feature of many English words, particularly when it appears at the end of a word. This combination makes the long /a/ sound and appears in words like always and betray.
In this section, you’ll find a selection of longer words that utilise the ay spelling. Familiarising yourself with these examples can enhance your reading and writing skills. Be sure to use the included activities to boost your understanding of this spelling pattern!
This word list was created by Spellzone. View more Spellzone course lists or curriculum word lists.
Learn more in Unit 7. Long vowels e.g ee, ea or y? oa, o-e, or ow? u-e, ue, or ew?
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