Explore this spelling list: Some more ar words. Make the most of these interactive activities and resources to help you learn. Choose between games, tests, and downloadable activities to learn in a way that suits you.
Let’s continue exploring the ar spelling pattern with some 2-syllable words. Can you spot the /ar/ sound in each example? Click the speaker at the start of some words to listen for the /ar/ vowel sound as you read along.
In English, ar often appears in the middle of a word, like in garden, carpet, and harvest, though it can appear elsewhere, too. As you go through each word, pay attention to where the /ar/ sound falls, and try out different spelling activities and games.
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army |
My brother joined the army this year.
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artist |
My friend Pete is an amazing artist.
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barber |
The barber cut Tim's hair really short.
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carpet |
There was blue carpet on the floor.
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carton |
Would you like a carton of orange juice?
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darken |
The solar eclipse made the sky darken.
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farmer |
The farmer complained about the bad weather.
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garden |
There are nine trees in my garden.
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garlic |
I do not like garlic.
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harvest |
The wheat is ready for harvest.
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market |
The bus stops very near the market.
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partner |
My partner does all the cooking.
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party |
Will Jeff invite us to his party?
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scarlet |
The gorgeous dress was scarlet and gold.
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target |
He shot the target with great accuracy.
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varnish |
He painted varnish on the wooden gate.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 10. Spelling choices for /ar/ sound; ar, a
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Play interactive games to practice these words in a fun way.
Springtime Spelling
Spring into spelling!
Easter Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
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