Y is for Yes to Learning
Explore five Y words in English, Urdu, Spanish, and French.
Words for Y
Tap or press a pronunciation hint to hear the word. The written hint is an informal reading guide.
Yak
| English | Yak | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | یاک | |
| Spanish | Yak | |
| French | Yak |
Fun fact: Yaks live in cold mountain areas.
Yarn
| English | Yarn | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | اون | |
| Spanish | Hilo | |
| French | Fil |
Fun fact: Yarn can be used for knitting.
Yacht
| English | Yacht | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | کشتی | |
| Spanish | Yate | |
| French | Yacht |
Fun fact: A yacht is a boat used for sailing or travel.
Yogurt
| English | Yogurt | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | دہی | |
| Spanish | Yogur | |
| French | Yaourt |
Fun fact: Yogurt is made from milk.
Yo-yo
| English | Yo-yo | |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | یو یو | |
| Spanish | Yo-yo | |
| French | Yo-yo |
Fun fact: A yo-yo moves up and down on a string.
Let's Play
- Walk slowly and heavily like a yak.
- Pretend to wind a ball of yarn.
- Rock gently like a yacht on the water.
- Stir an imaginary bowl of yogurt.
- Move your hand up and down like a yo-yo.
Parent Corner
- Recognize uppercase Y and lowercase y.
- 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: ______________________