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How do you spell Achoo as in sneeze?

Published in Spelling and Sounds 1 min read

The word used to represent the sound of a sneeze is spelled achoo.

When someone sneezes, we often use the word achoo to describe the sound. This is a common onomatopoeia, where a word imitates a sound.

Here's a breakdown:

  • a - the first vowel sound is typically a short 'a' as in "cat."
  • ch - This creates the "ch" sound as in "church."
  • oo - The two "o"s produce a "oo" sound like in "moon."
Letter Sound
a Short a
ch ch sound
oo oo sound

The spelling is consistent, achoo, and reflects the sound most commonly associated with sneezing.

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