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Year 2 - Ending with y

Some Year 2 words end in y. When you add endings like -ed, the spelling can change, so spotting the letter before the y helps you spell it correctly.

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Fascinating Fact:

When you add -ed to a word ending in y, the spelling change depends on the letter before the y. “Carry” becomes “carried”, but “play” becomes “played”.

In KS1 English Spelling, pupils practise spelling rules that help with writing. Words ending in y can change when you add a suffix, so it is useful to check the letter before the y first.

Key Terms

Vowel: A letter that is a, e, i, o or u.
Consonant: Any letter that is not a vowel.
Suffix: Letters added to the end of a word, like -ed or -ing.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is the rule for adding -ed to words ending in y?

If there is a consonant before the y, you usually change y to i and add -ed, like “cry” to “cried”. If there is a vowel before the y, you usually just add -ed, like “play” to “played”.

How do I know if I should change y to i in Year 2 spelling?

Look at the letter before the y. If it is a consonant, y often changes to i before you add an ending. If it is a vowel, the y usually stays the same.

What are some easy ways to practise words ending in y?

Write a list of y words, underline the letter before the y, and practise adding endings like -ed. Saying the word, then checking the spelling rule, can help you remember it.

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

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