Intermediate English
Lesson 4 - Work
Spelling
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- How to spell words with -ough
Words spelled with -ough
Words that end with -ough can be difficult in English because the -ough is pronounced differently in different words.
| Word(s) | Pronunciation of -ough |
|
although thorough |
long "o" sound |
| through | long "u" sound |
|
bought ought |
like "aw" |
| tough | like "uf" |
| cough | like "awf" |
| drought | like "ow" |
Write the word in English.
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