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Year 1 - The End Sound ss

Find out when to use “ss” at the end of a word. Read, say, and spell simple words with a short vowel sound.

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Fascinating Fact:

Hiss ends with ss, and it sounds like a snake.

In KS1 English Spelling (Year 1), children learn that some short words finish with a double consonant. “Ss” is often used after a short vowel sound, so words are spelled clearly.

Key Terms

Consonant: A letter that is not a, e, i, o, or u.
Double consonant: The same consonant written twice, like “ss”.
Short vowel sound: A quick vowel sound, like the a in “cat” or the u in “cup”.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

When do you use “ss” at the end of a word in Year 1?

In Year 1 spelling, “ss” is often used at the end of a short word after a short vowel sound, such as “miss”, “kiss”, or “fuss”.

Do you say two “s” sounds when a word ends with “ss”?

No. “Ss” usually makes one /s/ sound. The spelling has two letters, but you say it as a single sound.

What are some easy “ss” words for Year 1 children to practise?

Useful practice words include “miss”, “kiss”, “fuss”, and “mess”. Say the word, listen for the short vowel sound, then check if it ends with “ss”.

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You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Spelling

Author: Finola Waller (MEd, Primary School Teacher & KS1 English Quiz Writer)

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