Final CH Words for Speech Therapy

Final CH Words are words that end with the /CH/ sound, such as beach, bench, and branch. This list has 20 final-position CH words for speech therapy practice, and most children master the /CH/ sound by age 4-6.

CH words at the end: beach, bench, branch, catch, coach, couch, ditch, each, hatch, inch — plus 10 more below. Final position is where many children drop the sound altogether, so it is worth practicing on its own.

Words:20
Position:Final

Final CH Words — Full List (20 Words)

Every word below ends with the /CH/ sound. Work through five at a time rather than the whole list in one sitting.

beachbenchbranchcatchcoachcouchditcheachhatchinchlunchmatchmuchpatchpeachpouchreachrichsuchtouch
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How to Practice Final CH Words at Home

Strategies for practicing the /CH/ sound at the end of words.

1

Have your child hold the /CH/ sound slightly longer at the end of the word so they can feel the correct tongue and lip position.

2

Practice the ending sound in isolation first, then add the rest of the word before it. For example, say "...CH" then "beach".

3

Many children drop the final sound in words. Encourage your child to "finish" every word by exaggerating the ending.

4

Play a sorting game: show your child pictures and have them sort words that end with the /CH/ sound versus words that do not.

5

Use rhyming words to reinforce the /CH/ ending sound pattern.

Practice Sentences with Final CH Words

Read these sentences aloud. Words with the /CH/ sound in final position are highlighted.

Catch the beach ball before it reaches the bench.

Each child had a chance to choose a peach.

The champion marched to the couch to watch the match.

Chuck munched on a cheese sandwich for lunch.

Final CH Words — Frequently Asked Questions

What are examples of CH words in the final position?
This page lists 20 CH words that end with the /CH/ sound, including beach, bench, branch, catch, coach, couch, ditch, each, hatch, inch.
What age should a child master the CH sound?
Most children master the /CH/ sound by age 4-6. It often develops after a child has acquired /T/ and /SH/ individually, since /CH/ is a combination of these two sounds.
How do you make the CH sound?
Start with your tongue tip pressed firmly against the ridge behind your upper front teeth, as if you are about to say /T/. Round your lips slightly. Then quickly release the tongue into the /SH/ position, letting a burst of air escape. The result is a quick, sharp sound — like the sound of a train: "ch-ch-ch." Your voice stays off.
What are common CH sound errors?
The most common /CH/ errors are: Substituting /SH/ for /CH/ (e.g., "shair" for "chair"); Substituting /T/ for /CH/ (e.g., "tair" for "chair"); Substituting /TS/ for /CH/ (e.g., "tsair" for "chair"); Producing /CH/ without enough lip rounding; Making the sound too prolonged instead of a quick burst.
How do you practice final CH words at home?
Have your child hold the /CH/ sound slightly longer at the end of the word so they can feel the correct tongue and lip position. Practice the ending sound in isolation first, then add the rest of the word before it. For example, say "...CH" then "beach".

More CH Word Lists & Resources

Practice the /CH/ sound in the other word positions, or use the full sound guide and word list.

Initial CH Words

20 words with tips

Medial CH Words

20 words with tips

CH Sound Guide

How to make it, common errors, FAQ

All CH Words

Complete 60-word list, all positions

Speech Sound Development Chart

What age each sound should appear

Speech Therapy Games

Practice CH words with interactive activities

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