S is for Sunny Sounds
Explore five S words in English, Urdu, Spanish, and French.
Words for S
Tap or press a pronunciation hint to hear the word. The written hint is an informal reading guide.
Sun
| English | Sun | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | سورج | |
| Spanish | Sol | |
| French | Soleil |
Fun fact: The sun gives Earth light and warmth.
Star
| English | Star | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | ستارہ | |
| Spanish | Estrella | |
| French | Étoile |
Fun fact: Stars are huge balls of hot gas far away.
Snake
| English | Snake | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | سانپ | |
| Spanish | Serpiente | |
| French | Serpent |
Fun fact: Snakes move without legs.
Sock
| English | Sock | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | جراب | |
| Spanish | Calcetín | |
| French | Chaussette |
Fun fact: Socks keep feet warm.
Spoon
| English | Spoon | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | چمچ | |
| Spanish | Cuchara | |
| French | Cuillère |
Fun fact: Spoons help us eat soft foods.
Sandwich
| English | Sandwich | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | سینڈوچ | |
| Spanish | Sándwich | |
| French | Sandwich |
Fun fact: A sandwich has food between slices of bread.
Shell
| English | Shell | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | سیپی | |
| Spanish | Concha | |
| French | Coquillage |
Fun fact: A shell protects a sea animal.
Shoulder
| English | Shoulder | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | کندھا | |
| Spanish | Hombro | |
| French | Épaule |
Fun fact: Your shoulder helps your arm move.
Let's Play
- Stretch your arms wide like warm sunshine.
- Twinkle your fingers like stars.
- Slither one hand like a snake.
- Hold an imaginary shell to your ear.
- Touch your shoulder and say, “Shoulder.”
Parent Corner
- Recognize uppercase S and lowercase s.
- Say each word slowly and warmly.
- Try one word in all four languages.
- Let the child point, repeat, or simply listen.
Memory Box
Date: ______________________
Favorite picture: ______________________
New word the child tried: ______________________
A note to remember: ______________________