words that have the same spelling or pronunciation as other words but a different meaning.

words that sound the same, but have different spellings and meanings

different types of words that are used to form sentences

the surrounding words or sentences that help determine the meaning of a word or phrase

Spelling homonyms

English

In this unit, pupils learn  a range of spelling patterns and conventions, with a focus on homophones and suffixes. In ‘Letter strings, etymology and curriculum words'’, pupils focus on spellings of key letters strings, words of French and Greek origin and curriculum words. 

In ‘Etymology and prefixes' pupils learnt a range of spelling patterns, including a focus on prefixes. In this unit, pupils  build on this knowledge, building on a range of spelling patterns and conventions, with a focus on homophones and suffixes. 

Homophones and tense

words that look the same, but have different meanings

words that sound exactly the same, but have different spellings

words that sound similar to other words but have a different spelling

Match the words to the correct definitions.

Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold. The paper had a **tair** in it because it was ripped.

What word class is the word 'wound' in this sentence? I wound the hands of the clock to tell the time.

What word class is the word 'match' in this sentence? Pass me a match so I can light a fire.

Identify the sentences that apply to homonyms.

Correct the spelling of the word in bold in the following sentence. The **comunitey** came together to clean up the litter.

What word class is the word 'lead' in this sentence? The pipes were lined with lead. 

Identify the nouns in this sentence: An enormous wave crashed against the rocks.

Identify the verb in this sentence: An enormous wave crashed against the rocks.

Correct the spelling of the word in bold: Take a deep **breathe** and count to ten.

Starter Quiz