"ai" words list
long a as in rain
Every word on this list uses the long a as in rain sound spelled "ai". Read down the list first, then mix the order — reading them out of sequence is what proves your child is decoding rather than remembering.
The word list
- rain
- train
- paint
- sail
- nail
- chain
Printable sheet
"ai" words — long a as in rain
Read each word aloud and underline the "ai" in it. Then read the whole list again as fast as you can.
Name: ______________________ Date: ____________
rain
train
paint
sail
nail
chain
Common questions
How many "ai" words are on this list?
6 words, chosen because they are common enough for a young reader to actually meet in books.
Is this printable free?
Yes — free to print and photocopy for home or classroom use.
Practise these words in the game
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