Explore this spelling list: Silent p words. These activities are designed to help you ace spelling Silent p words. Try out the spelling games at the bottom of the page.
In these words the letter p is silent. Look for the pn, ps and pt letter patterns. Caution - these must be the hardest words in the Spellzone course - only for the brave to attempt!
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pneumatic |
The workman had a pneumatic drill.
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pneumonia |
Pneumonia can be a very serious illness.
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psychic |
The old lady had psychic powers.
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psychiatry |
Psychiatry is the study and treatment of mental illness.
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psychiatrist |
The psychiatrist worked at the hospital.
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psychedelic |
Psychedelic drugs can be dangerous as they alter the mind.
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psychology |
My brother is studying psychology at college.
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psychologist |
A psychologist studies the way the mind works.
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psychopath |
The killer was found to be a psychopath.
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psychosis |
Psychosis is a serious mental illness.
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psychotherapy |
Her eating phobias were cured by psychotherapy.
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pterodactyl |
The pterodactyl is now extinct.
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pterosaur |
The pterosaur is now extinct.
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ptarmigan |
The ptarmigan is a brown bird living in the colder parts of Europe.
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Learn more about these words in the Spellzone Main Course: Unit 22. Words with silent letters e.g. wrap, comb, sign, knight
Learn this spelling list using the 'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' activity.
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Spelling games using the word list: Silent p words
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Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
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The classic English word game.
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A spelling game for Halloween!
Against the Clock
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Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
Test yourself using the 'Listen and Spell' spelling test.
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