Explore this spelling list: Short /u/ spelled ou. Our page is packed with activities, games, and resources to help you succeed. Try out the spelling games at the bottom of the page.
In English, the short /u/ sound can be represented by the letters ou. This spelling occurs in various words, such as touch, double, and country. Recognising this pattern is essential for improving spelling skills and building vocabulary.
Explore our list of ou words that show this spelling pattern. Examples like courage and enough help you see how this combination appears in everyday language, making it easier to enhance your writing and communication.
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touch |
Do not touch the objects on display.
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young |
The room was full of young men.
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double |
Double click to open the document.
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trouble |
Please take the trouble to get things done well.
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couple |
Jack and Jill make a lovely couple.
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country |
China is a country with many people.
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cousin |
My young cousin is coming to stay.
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courage |
I admire her courage.
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encourage |
You need to encourage people to work to their best.
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flourish |
These plants will flourish in full sun.
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nourish |
Nourish the soil with compost.
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rough |
The path was rough and rocky.
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tough |
This meat is far too tough to eat.
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enough |
A dozen eggs will be enough.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 6. Short vowels e.g. e or ea? o or u?
Spelling Practice: Short /u/ spelled ouImprove your spelling skills with interactive exercises and activities.
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Spelling Games: Short /u/ spelled ouPlay interactive games to practice these words in a fun way.
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: Short /u/ spelled ouChallenge yourself with a spelling test for these words.
Printable Activities: Short /u/ spelled ouPractice offline by printing worksheets for these words.
Handwriting Practice: Short /u/ spelled ouImprove your spelling by writing these words.
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