📖Read the Lesson: U After Q (QU)
In many common English words, the letters QU go together. We usually say them like one sound: “kw”. The letter U is part of this sound — it does not make its own vowel sound.
| Spelling | Pronunciation idea | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| QU = “kw” | Say it like k + w together. | queen quick question quiet quarter equal |
| U is not a full vowel here | We do not say “koo-een” for queen. We say “kween.” |
queen → “kween” quick → “kwik” question → “KWES-chun” |
In this first lesson, we practice the most common pattern: QU = “kw” in everyday words. In another lesson, you can study special words where U is silent (for example: antique, mosque, bouquet).
Mini-Dialogue
🧩Matching — QU and the “kw” Sound
Match each word with how QU sounds. In all of these words, QU is “kw”, but the vowel after it changes.
1 = QU like “kwee” (kwee) · 2 = QU like “kwih” (kwih) · 3 = QU like “kweh” (kweh)
❓Multiple Choice — QU = “kw”
Choose the best answer. The correct answer does not show by default.
✏️Cloze — QU Words in Sentences
Complete the sentences with QU words. Use the first-letter hint (🔎) if you need help.
Word Bank (you can also type)
queen · quick · question · quiet · quarter · equal · quality · quiz
✍️Short Writing Practice
Write 3–4 sentences using QU words. Try to say them out loud with the “kw” sound.
- Example: We have a quick quiz with three questions.
- Example: Please be quiet while the teacher is talking.