Learning English Vocabulary Words with double letters
Jun 30, 2025
Explore the fascinating world of spelling with double letters! Discover the rules that govern verb conjugation and how vowel sounds influence spelling choices. Engage in an interactive quiz to test your knowledge on words like 'happy' and 'brilliant.' The hosts provide insights from a university welfare officer about supporting new students, making it both informative and relatable.
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Double Letters in Spelling
- Words with double letters often follow specific spelling rules related to consonants and vowels.
- Short vowel sounds before consonants commonly lead to doubling the following consonant, as seen in words like "happy" and "opportunity".
University Welcome and Accommodation
- David, a university student welfare officer, welcomes a new student and offers help finding accommodation.
- He emphasizes applying early to avoid disappointment when choosing rooms and houses.
Doubling Consonants in Verbs
- A verb ending in consonant-vowel-consonant doubles the final consonant before adding "-ing" or "-ed".
- Examples include "get" becoming "getting" and "begin" becoming "beginning."