-ous- Suffix Spelling Practice (e and i)

Year 3 Spelling Practice – Suffix -ous (with e and i ) This worksheet helps Year 3 pupils understand the more complex spelling rules of the suffix -ous, especially when it follows words ending in -e or when the sound before -ous is /i:/. Children will practise applying suffix rules that involve preserving a soft g sound or choosing between e and i spelling patterns. Included words: outrageous hideous serious courteous courageous curious Pupils will: Read the spelling words Cover them Write them under the correct image Underline the key spelling focus Key rule provided: “A final e must be kept to preserve the /dʒ/ sound in words like outrageous. If there's an /i:/ sound before –ous, it's usually spelt as i, but occasionally as e.” This lesson supports spelling fluency, phonics awareness, and deeper grammar rule understanding. Perfect for: Advanced Year 3 spelling and grammar Rule-based suffix instruction Independent learning or homework EAL and visual learners What’s included: One PDF worksheet with six suffix -ous words Picture cues for vocabulary recall Spelling rules that explain tricky exceptions This worksheet is a great complement to your other -ous suffix resources, helping pupils handle words with irregular patterns.