Year 6 · English · Spelling · Free Printable

Words from Other Languages

Practise spelling English words that come from other languages.

SpellingEnglishEtymologyAustralian Curriculum-aligned

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Learning Intention

Students will correctly spell words borrowed from other languages and understand their origins.

Australian Curriculum

Supports Year 6 English literacy and spelling learning (AC9E6LY10).

Teacher Notes

Discuss language origins (French, Latin, Greek, Aboriginal languages etc.). Link spelling patterns to origin.

Skills Practised

  • Etymology awareness
  • Spelling patterns
  • Vocabulary
  • Word origins