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Year 2 - The Sound kn

Some words start with kn, but you do not say the k. This Year 2 quiz helps children hear the first sound and spell kn words correctly.

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Fascinating Fact:

“Knock” starts with kn but sounds like “nock”. The k is silent again.

In KS1 English Spelling, Year 2 children learn that some letters can be silent. With kn words, the n is heard first, so spotting kn at the start helps pupils spell these words more accurately.

Key Terms

Silent letter: A letter you write but do not say, like the k in kn words.
Start of a word: The first letters in a word, where spelling patterns often appear.
Sound it out: Saying each sound you hear to help with spelling.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What are some Year 2 words that start with kn?

Some common kn words include “knock”, “knee”, “knife” and “knit”. They look tricky because the first letter is silent.

How do you know the k is silent in kn words?

In kn words, you do not hear a k sound at the start. You hear the n sound first, but you still write k before n in the spelling.

How can I help my child spell kn words at home?

Choose a few kn words, say them, and spot the letters at the start. Then practise writing them in short sentences to help memory.

Try These Related Quizzes

1 .

I need you to ____ this dough for ten minutes.

kneed

knead

kned

knede

Kneading the dough makes it light and fluffy and is very important when making bread.

2 .

I ____ you had a ____ of butter somewhere.

knnew and knob

knew and nob

knew and knobb

knew and knob

Knob means a rounded ball - you can have a knob of butter or a knob to open a drawer.

3 .

He was a very brave ____.

kniht

kniet

knight

knite

If you can spell this word, then you can also spell the word 'night', which sounds the same.

4 .

Do you ____ how to ____?

kno and knit

know and knit

know and knite

knowe and knite

The first knitting needles were made from bone, ivory or tortoise shells!

5 .

The pirate had ____ where the treasure was hidden all along!

nown

nowen

knowen

known

If the word involves knowing something, or being aware or clever in one way or another - it is always spelt with a 'kn' and not like this: 'no'.

6 .

Some people call a rucksack a ____.

napsack

napsac

knapsac

knapsack

A knapsack is a less common word to describe a rucksack or bag that goes on your back.

7 .

Please ____ on your ____ and pray.

kneal and knees

kneel and knees

kneel and kneas

kneal and kneas

The Bible states that people should kneel when praying to God.

8 .

I've grazed my ____.

knuckals

knuckells

knuckles

knuckels

Your knuckles are the bones that stick out slightly when you clench your fist.

9 .

I'll ____ on the door and tell them about the ____ in your hair.

knock and knot

knok and knot

knoc and knot

knock and knott

A knot can be something you tie with string or an unwanted mess in your hair.

10 .

Do you have any ____ on fancy hats?

knowledge

knoledge

knowlege

knolege

This is a tricky word and is an extension to the word 'know'.

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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