Trigraph
/ˈtraɪɡræf/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Pronunciation Clue
Trigraphs in English help indicate pronunciation often not clear from individual letters.
The 'igh' in 'night' signals a long 'i' sound.
Pro Tip 2/3Phonics Building Blocks
Understanding trigraphs can improve your reading skills and help in learning phonics.
Children learn the 'igh' trigraph as part of their reading development.
Pro Tip 3/3Spelling Patterns
Trigraphs can show up in spelling patterns, making it easier to remember certain words.
The ‘igh’ trigraph is common in words like 'light', 'flight', and 'sight'.
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