Spelling Rule 31

Rule 31 refers to the phonogram 'tch'. The phonogram ‘tch’ may be used at the end of a word after a vowel saying its first sound.

• For example: batch, fetch, itch, botch and clutch.

For all other words use ‘ch’.

• For example: search, bunch, staunch.

Watch the tutorial video below to see how the Spelling Tools, Spelling Rule 31 and Reading Tools are used to spell challenging words.

Special Note:

Not all words will follow the spelling rule. These are called exceptions. If 90% or more words follow this rule then this is still a great tool to help become a proficient speller. Language experience will deal with the rest.