Gj
Soft G
G sometimes says “j” before E, I, or Y, like in 'gem' and 'giant'.
How this rule works
When G comes before E, I, or Y, it sometimes makes the soft “j” sound (like J). However, this rule has many exceptions ('get', 'give', 'girl').
Remember: G can be gentle like a giant!
Examples
Words that use this rule
113 words in the SnapPhonics dictionary use this rule. Tap any word to see how it breaks into sounds.
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Exceptions
Many exceptions: 'get', 'give', 'gift', 'girl', 'begin'. Soft G is less reliable than Soft C.
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