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These words follow the doubling rule, where the final consonant doubles when adding a vowel suffix to a word ending in a single short vowel and one consonant.
For example:
flap + -ing flapping
dip + -ed dipped
This pattern helps keep the vowel sounds short and clear.
The list below includes examples to help you recognise and apply this rule.
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flapping |
The bird was flapping its wings.
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getting |
My spelling is getting much better.
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runner |
The runner showed great endurance.
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spotted |
We spotted a kingfisher on the river bank.
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biggish |
The promotion will be a biggish step up for her.
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jogger |
The jogger runs five miles a day.
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funny |
Bob's wedding speech was very funny.
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snobbish |
I don't like snobbish people.
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snappy |
He was very snappy when he was hungry.
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setting |
The house is in a tranquil riverside setting.
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hidden |
I have hidden my sweets from my brother.
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trodden |
I think you have trodden in something smelly.
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dipped |
I dipped my foot in the freezing water.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 9. Suffixes: why we need to double letters, change them, or drop 'e'
Learn this spelling list using the 'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' activity.
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 using the word list: Words with doubled letters
Autumn Anagram
A spelling game for Autumn!
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.
Print spelling worksheets and activities: Words with doubled letters
Handwriting worksheets: Words with doubled letters
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