eighth
adjectiveComing after seven and before nine in order.
nounOne part when something is split into eight equal pieces.
nounThe person or thing that comes in position number eight.
Syllables
1 syllable
Letters
Phonics breakdown
Phonics Rule: EIGH Pattern
EIGH says long A, like in 'eight' and 'weight'.
The pattern EIGH makes the long A sound /eɪ/. The GH is silent. Examples: eight, weight, freight, neighbor, sleigh.
Tip
EIGH says A — eight, weight, neighbor!
Examples
Phonics Rule: TH Digraph (Unvoiced)
TH can make a soft sound /θ/, like in 'think' and 'bath'. Just air, no buzz!
The unvoiced TH /θ/ is the quiet, breathy version. Your throat doesn't vibrate. Stick your tongue between your teeth and blow air.
Tip
Unvoiced TH is quiet — think with three teeth!
Examples
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