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250+ Long U Words List (Free Printable Lists)<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Make learning the long u<\/em> sound (\/\u016b\/) easier with these word lists, activities, and teaching tips for kids.<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The Long U Sound<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eight Ways to Spell Long U<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Long U Word Lists<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Long U Words with Sentences<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Print Long U Words Lists<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Long U Words Activities<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Learning the long u<\/em> sound can be a tricky part of learning phonics because it stands for two different sounds: “yoo” as in unicorn<\/em> and “oo” as in ruler.<\/em> Understanding these differences is an important step in helping your child grow as a reader and speller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since the long u<\/em> sound appears in many everyday words, learning how to spot and say it can give your child a stronger foundation in phonics and make reading and writing easier and more fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is the Long U Sound?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In phonics, the long u<\/em> sound is written as \/\u016b\/. The long u<\/em> sound is unique because it has two pronunciations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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