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Year 2 - Ending with en and on

Learn to spell Year 2 words ending in -en and -on. Spot the ending, say the word clearly, and practise using it in a sentence to help it stick.

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Fascinating Fact:

Some -on words are objects you can name, like “melon” or “wagon”. Picture the object in your mind to help you spell it.

In KS1 English Spelling, children build confidence by learning common word endings. The endings -en and -on often sound similar in fast speech, so careful listening and repeated practice can help you choose the correct letters.

Key Terms

Word ending: The last letters of a word, such as -en or -on.
Example word: A word you use to practise a spelling pattern.
Sentence: A group of words that makes complete sense and ends with punctuation.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What are some Year 2 words ending in -en?

Common Year 2 words ending in -en include oven, open, and happen. Reading the word slowly can help you hear the ending and spell it correctly.

What are some Year 2 words ending in -on?

Common Year 2 words ending in -on include wagon, melon, and button. Practising the word in a short sentence can help you remember the spelling.

How do I know whether a word ends in -en or -on?

Say the word clearly and listen for the last sound, then check the spelling if you can. Some words must be learned, so regular practice and proofreading really helps.

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All of a ____ there was a huge crash!

sudden

suden

suddon

sudon

This is a good way to start a sentence: All of a sudden ...

2 .

There are ____ ____.

sevon and kittens

seven and kittens

seven and kittons

sevon and kittons

Kittens are baby cats; like puppies are baby dogs.

3 .

He was so full up he had to undo his top ____.

butten

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buton

This word ends with 'on'.

4 .

What will ____ if I don't do my homework?

hapen

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happon

hapon

Here the last two letters are 'en'.

5 .

I have ____ him a ____ on how to play the drums.

givon and lesson

givon and lessen

given and lessen

given and lesson

Lessen is a word and means to become less, so that wouldn't fit our sentence.

6 .

He was bad and was sent to ____.

prisson

prissen

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prisen

If you commit a crime, you could go to prison.

7 .

The evil man poured ____ over the king's soup.

poysen

poyson

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8 .

Summer is my favourite ____.

seeson

seesen

seasen

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9 .

I will ____ that ____!

fatten and person

fatton and person

fatton and persen

fatten and persen

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10 .

Every human has a ____.

sceleton

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sceleten

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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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