Animal Spelling Game
Look at each animal and spell its English name! Tap the shuffled letters in the right order. A free game to practise spelling 24 common animal words in English — perfect for kids and beginners.
Tap the shuffled letters in the right order to spell the English word.
You spelled them all! 🎉
How to play
- 1
Look at the picture
See the picture and its meaning, then think of the English word.
- 2
Tap the letters
Tap the shuffled letters one by one in the right order.
- 3
Spell them all
Finish every word, then play again with a fresh set.
24 Animal Names in English
Here is the full list of words in this game, each with a picture and an example sentence. Use it to study before or after you play.
| Picture | English | Example sentence |
|---|---|---|
| lion | The lion is the king of the animals. | |
| elephant | The elephant has a long trunk. | |
| tiger | The tiger has orange and black stripes. | |
| monkey | The monkey loves to eat bananas. | |
| zebra | The zebra has black and white stripes. | |
| giraffe | The giraffe has a very long neck. | |
| dog | The dog is a friendly pet. | |
| cat | The cat likes to sleep all day. | |
| rabbit | The rabbit has long ears. | |
| bear | The bear sleeps all winter. | |
| panda | The panda eats bamboo. | |
| fox | The fox is clever and quick. | |
| cow | The cow gives us milk. | |
| pig | The pig likes to roll in the mud. | |
| horse | The horse can run very fast. | |
| frog | The frog can jump very high. | |
| penguin | The penguin lives where it is cold. | |
| owl | The owl is awake at night. | |
| fish | The fish swims in the water. | |
| snake | The snake has no legs. | |
| duck | The duck can swim and fly. | |
| chicken | The chicken lays eggs. | |
| turtle | The turtle moves very slowly. | |
| dolphin | The dolphin is very smart. |
Animal Vocabulary — FAQ
How many animals are in the game?
The game includes 24 common animals. Each round shows 8 of them at random, so a new game feels different every time.
Is the animal matching game free?
Yes — the game is completely free and runs in your browser, with no download or sign-up needed.
Who is this game for?
It is made for kids and beginners learning English, but anyone who wants to review basic animal vocabulary can enjoy it.
How can I learn even more words?
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