FLASHCARD: -ough/-augh

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word that means to make a sound of amusement?

Back

laugh

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word that means difficult to endure or withstand?

Back

tough

Front

What is the correct spelling of the past tense of 'buy'?

Back

bought

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word that means to move in a specified direction?

Back

through

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word that means having an uneven or irregular surface?

Back

rough

Front

What does the suffix '-ough' typically indicate in English words?

Back

It can indicate different sounds, such as 'uff' in 'rough', 'aw' in 'bought', or 'oo' in 'through'.

Front

What is an example of a word that uses '-augh'?

Back

laugh

Front

What is the difference in pronunciation between 'tough' and 'though'?

Back

'Tough' is pronounced with a 'uff' sound, while 'though' is pronounced with a 'oh' sound.

Front

What is the meaning of the word 'through'?

Back

To move in one side and out of the other side of an opening or location.

Front

What is the meaning of the word 'rough'?

Back

Having an uneven or irregular surface; not smooth.