Practise and Practice
The number one common spelling error that I still see adults make time and time again is practise and practice. I will whole-heartedly admit that I was also guilty of not knowing the difference and for mis-using a 'c' or an 's.' How can we expect children to get it right when adults don't? Here is your opportunity to learn it once and for all. Good luck!
Practice - is a noun (a name of a thing)
Practise - is a verb (an action/ doing word)
Using the definitions above, which of the two words go into the following sentences? For answers, scroll down to the bottom of the page. Have a go before you think about cheating...!
1. The children were asked to line up at the door ready for Singing ______________ .
2. When the children were sat in the hall, they were asked to _______________ their singing.
3. After school, there was an opportunity for the children to ______________ their shooting skills.
4. _______________ makes perfect.
5. To prepare for the Olympics, the boy had to attend Gymnastics _____________ each week.
Answers: 1. Practice; 2. Practise; 3. Practise; 4. Practice; 5. Practice
Practice - is a noun (a name of a thing)
Practise - is a verb (an action/ doing word)
Using the definitions above, which of the two words go into the following sentences? For answers, scroll down to the bottom of the page. Have a go before you think about cheating...!
1. The children were asked to line up at the door ready for Singing ______________ .
2. When the children were sat in the hall, they were asked to _______________ their singing.
3. After school, there was an opportunity for the children to ______________ their shooting skills.
4. _______________ makes perfect.
5. To prepare for the Olympics, the boy had to attend Gymnastics _____________ each week.
Answers: 1. Practice; 2. Practise; 3. Practise; 4. Practice; 5. Practice
