easy
We used a paddle to move the canoe.
What does Paddle mean?
a paddle helps move a small boat.
Dictionary definition
A short oar used to move a small boat, or to move a boat with a paddle.
Example sentences
Paddle in a sentence
medium
The campers learned how to paddle safely across the lake.
hard
Each paddle stroke pushed the boat forward through the calm water.
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What does paddle mean?
Paddle means a paddle helps move a small boat.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses paddle correctly?
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Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to paddle?
Oar is close in meaning to paddle.
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pad · ul · strongest beat: pad
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WordPaddle.
Partnoun, verb.
MeaningPaddle means a paddle helps move a small boat.
ExampleExample: We used a paddle to move the canoe.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- pad · ul
- Strongest beat
- pad
- Ending
- ul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on pad.
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Word family
Paddle word family
Base word
paddle
verb
paddled
Moved a boat with a paddle.
verb
paddling
Using a paddle to move through water.
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Hint for students
a paddle helps move a small boat.
Common mix-up
Paddle is not the same as drift. Paddle means a paddle helps move a small boat.
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Read this model sentence: The campers learned how to paddle safely across the lake. Clue words: campers, learned, how. Underline clue words that show why paddle fits instead of drift. Now write one new sentence that shows paddle without using the word paddle. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show paddle?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The campers learned how to paddle safely across the lake." Why does paddle fit better than drift?
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