Dolch Sight Word · First Grade · Difficulty: ⭐⭐
How to read this word
were"ere" says /ur/ — irregular pronunciationGreen = sound it out · Red heart = learn by heart
Example Sentence
They were happy to see us.
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Yes, “were” is a Dolch sight word in the First Grade list. Sight words are high-frequency words that children should recognize instantly by sight.
Use flashcards with repetition, practice in context with example sentences like “They were happy to see us.”, and reinforce with games and printable worksheets.
“were” is typically taught in First Grade. It is ranked #40 in its word group by frequency.