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Each level mixes the common silent-letter patterns (silent b after m, silent k before n, silent h, silent l, silent p) so you learn to spot them in any word, not just one rule at a time. You'll pick the silent letter, predict a pronunciation before you listen, match a spelling to the audio, and find the odd one out. Every answer explains where the silent letter came from.
Spot the letters that are written but never spoken.
What you'll practice
- Fewer silent-letter mistakes
- Better spelling-to-sound mapping
- Recognize common silent-letter patterns
Frequently asked questions
- What does each question ask?
- It varies: pick the silent letter in a word like castle or receipt, predict how a word is pronounced before you listen, match a spelling to the audio, or find the word with no silent letter.
- Do silent letters follow rules?
- Many do. Common ones are silent b after m, silent k before n, and silent u after g. Each level mixes several patterns, which makes them easier to recognize in new words.
- Should I read the guide first?
- It helps. The Silent Letters guide covers the eight main patterns with examples, and the quiz is a quick way to check what stuck.
- How do the levels unlock?
- Score at least 6 out of 10 on a level to unlock the next one. Each question has a 30-second timer.