Unit 2: Spelling the consonant sounds, Part 1
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When the /k/ sound comes straight after a short vowel sound we usually spell it ck: |
pack | deck | ticket | socket | bucket |
But if it comes after another consonant, we usually spell it with the letter k.
basket | silk | drunk | blanket | dark |
If a word contains the /ic/ sound: |
One syllable word: -ick
lick | Nick | click |
More than one syllable: -ic
panic | traffic | electric |
If the word is compound (made up of two other complete words) like airsick or pinprick, you will need to use -ick. |
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