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Words beginning with ab...

Test your spelling of tricky words beginning with ab. Spot patterns, avoid common mistakes and sharpen your KS3 English spelling skills.

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Fascinating Fact:

Some ab- words can look different from how they sound. In absent and absence, the s sound is clear, but the ending changes from -ent to -ence, so watch those last letters carefully.

In KS3 English Spelling, you study how word beginnings affect spelling. This quiz focuses on words starting with ab, helping you connect the way they sound with the letters you need to write.

Key Terms

Prefix: A group of letters added to the start of a word, such as ab, that changes or slightly shifts its meaning.
Syllable: A beat in a word. Splitting ab words into syllables can make them easier to spell and remember.
Root word: The main part of a word that carries its core meaning and stays the same when prefixes or suffixes are added.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

How can I remember spellings of words beginning with ab?

Look for patterns in families of words, such as abandon, ability and abnormal. Say the word out loud, break it into syllables and then check each letter carefully as you write.

What are common spelling mistakes with ab words at KS3?

Students often add or miss out letters, confuse double consonants or mix up endings like ant, ent and ence. Regular practice and checking against a dictionary can reduce these errors.

How can I improve my KS3 English spelling overall?

Use spelling quizzes, keep a personal word list and practise with look cover write check. Reading widely will also help you recognise correct spellings in real texts.

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A synthetic fabric

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Remember that "accommodation" has a double c and a double m. This is also true for "accommodate"

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A summary of the main points of an argument or theory

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If you can spell "acid", you will also be able to spell "acidic", "acidity" and "acidify"

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Take in

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Watch out for that beginning vowel!

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

Author: Sheri Smith (PhD English Literature, English Teacher & Quiz Writer)

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