Explore this spelling list: Words where y does not change. This page is filled with fun activities, spelling games, and resources to aid in your spelling journey. Choose between games, tests, and downloadable activities to learn in a way that suits you.
n this list, we'll explore words where the y does not change when adding suffixes like -ing or -ish. Understanding when the y remains will help improve your spelling skills and reinforce your knowledge of English word forms. For instance, when we add -ing to fry, it becomes frying without changing the y.
Additionally, when a vowel appears before the y, the y also stays the same. Examples include enjoys, which retains the y when we add the suffix. Words like turkeys and valleys further illustrate this point, as their base forms remain consistent even when pluralised.
By recognising these patterns, you can enhance your spelling accuracy and confidence. As you review the examples provided, you will see how this rule apply to various words, making it easier to navigate English spelling with ease.
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frying |
They cooked breakfast in a frying pan.
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turkeys |
Lots of turkeys are eaten at Christmas.
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valleys |
Many river valleys were flooded in the storm.
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boyish |
He was still boyish despite his age.
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greyish
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His skin had a greyish tinge which worried the doctor.
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enjoys |
He enjoys running.
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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'
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Autumn Anagram
A spelling game for Autumn!
Egg Hunt
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The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
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Monkey Business
It's bananas!
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