Explore this spelling list: Silent p words. These activities are designed to help you ace spelling Silent p words. Try out the spelling games at the bottom of the page.
In these words the letter p is silent. Look for the pn, ps and pt letter patterns. Caution - these must be the hardest words in the Spellzone course - only for the brave to attempt!
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pneumatic |
The workman had a pneumatic drill.
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pneumonia |
Pneumonia can be a very serious illness.
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psychic |
The old lady had psychic powers.
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psychiatry |
Psychiatry is the study and treatment of mental illness.
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psychiatrist |
The psychiatrist worked at the hospital.
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psychedelic |
Psychedelic drugs can be dangerous as they alter the mind.
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psychology |
My brother is studying psychology at college.
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psychologist |
A psychologist studies the way the mind works.
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psychopath |
The killer was found to be a psychopath.
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psychosis |
Psychosis is a serious mental illness.
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psychotherapy |
Her eating phobias were cured by psychotherapy.
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pterodactyl |
The pterodactyl is now extinct.
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pterosaur |
The pterosaur is now extinct.
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ptarmigan |
The ptarmigan is a brown bird living in the colder parts of Europe.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 22. Words with silent letters e.g. wrap, comb, sign, knight
Learn this spelling list using the 'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' activity.
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Spelling games using the word list: Silent p words
Bouncing Baubles
Christmas spelling!
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Winter spelling fun!
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!
Test yourself using the 'Listen and Spell' spelling test.
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