shop - shopper, run - running, swim - swimmer, cat - catty, pet - petted

Which one is correct?
He was quacking with fear.
He was quaking with fear.

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In this lesson and video we're looking at the different ways to spell the "f" sound and the rules and history behind it.

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Spelling Tip 4 Speaking vs Spelling

"If I improve the way I speak I'll be able to spell, right?" Wrong

How to spell the "sh" sound. 

Spelling and Pronunciation - some important differences.

60% of English words have silent letters in them which can cause all sorts of problems with spelling and pronunciation.

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