Why is "choice" spelled this way?

Discover the logic behind this word and learn how understanding spelling patterns can transform your writing confidence.

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Step 1: Syllable Breakdown

choiceRule: C is soft (s sound) before E, I, Y; hard (k sound) elsewhere, Silent E makes C soft and G softSpelling rules applied: C is soft (s sound) before E, I, Y; hard (k sound) elsewhere, Silent E makes C soft and G soft

Step 2: Words Spelt From choice

choose= To select freely after considering.

Step 3: Putting It All Together

choice- An act of selecting between two or more possibilities.

Spelling Notes

The word 'choice' ends with a silent 'e' which makes the 'c' say its 's' sound, as per Rule 5c. Without the 'e', the 'c' would make a 'k' sound. The 'oi' makes a distinct sound, and the silent 'e' at the end changes the sound of the 'c'. Remember, the silent 'e' is there to soften the 'c' sound.

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