Explore this spelling list: Some common homophones - set 1. Make the most of these interactive activities and resources to help you learn. From exciting spelling games to printable worksheets, explore our resources using the buttons above this list.
Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings, which can lead to confusion in writing. Words like their, there, and they're are some of the most common homophones in English: their shows possession, there refers to a place, and they're is a contraction of they are. It’s easy to mix them up, especially when writing quickly. To avoid mistakes, it’s essential to know the correct spelling of each word and understand their meanings.
Try a Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check activity to sharpen your homophone skills!
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their |
Their means 'belonging to them.'.
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there |
Don't put it here, put it over there.
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they're |
I wonder why they're so late.
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your |
Can I help you with your bags?
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you're |
You're looking very smart today.
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to |
We went to the party.
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too |
The cake mixture was too runny.
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two |
The two of us will go together.
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some |
I can toast some cheese.
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sum |
The sum of 10 and 10 is 20.
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by |
The plane was delayed by fog.
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buy |
She wants to buy a new dress.
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bye |
Bye bye is another way of saying 'goodbye'.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 18. Irregular common words – common errors e.g. would, who, does
Spelling Practice: Some common homophones - set 1Master spelling with targeted practice sessions designed for this word list.
How to use:
Look and read the word.
Say the word. Click the speaker icon.
Cover the word.
Write the word.
Check your spelling.
Spelling Games: Some common homophones - set 1Boost your spelling skills with interactive challenges.
Springtime Spelling
Spring into spelling!
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!
Take a Spelling Test: Some common homophones - set 1Check your spelling accuracy with this test.
Printable Activities: Some common homophones - set 1Download and print spelling worksheets for this word list.
Handwriting Practice: Some common homophones - set 1Strengthen spelling retention through writing practice.
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