Sample Words From List
blur
burst
curse
pure
hurl
burn
lure
churn
surf
hurt
curb
nurse
Take a look at the sample words.
What do you notice about these words?
They all have a u and an r. Most make the /ur/ sound.
What does the word hurl mean?
(verb) to throw with a lot of force.
What does the word lure mean?
(verb) tempt or lead away
How might we sort these words?
By their spelling patterns - ur, ure, and ur-e.
Let's practice sorting the words. Practice Sort
What did you notice about the influence of r on u?
There are different spelling patterns, but the sound is usually /ur/.