Parts of speech bingo gives students grammar practice. Read a sentence, name a word, and students mark its part of speech or an example. This page gives you a ready-to-use Parts of Speech word list, a sample card, and a free generator that prints as many unique cards as you need.
Parts of Speech bingo word list
These 24 words fill a standard 5x5 card with a free center space. Use them as they are, or load them into the generator and add your own.
- Noun
- Verb
- Adjective
- Adverb
- Pronoun
- Preposition
- Conjunction
- Interjection
- Article
- Subject
- Predicate
- Plural
- Past tense
- Future tense
- Proper noun
- Common noun
- Helping verb
- Linking verb
- Comparative
- Superlative
- Possessive
- Compound word
- Contraction
- Synonym
Make Parts of Speech bingo cards now. The list above opens in the generator, where you can edit it, choose a grid size and print.
Open in the generatorHow to make Parts of Speech bingo cards
- Open the generator with the Parts of Speech word list already loaded using the button above.
- Change, add or remove words. Adding extra words gives each card more variety.
- Pick a grid size: 3x3 for young kids, 4x4 for quick games, or 5x5 for the classic card.
- Choose how many cards you need and how many to print per page.
- Select 'Print cards + calling list' so you also get a checklist for the caller.
Tips for playing Parts of Speech bingo
- Read a sentence aloud and point to one word.
- Have winners give an example of each marked term.
- Use it as a warm-up before a grammar test.
Ways to play
Partner cards
Pairs share a card and must agree before marking, which sparks discussion.
Letter X
Mark both diagonals for a win, a good medium-length round.
Blackout finale
End with a coverall round where every square must be marked. It's the longest round, so give it the best prize.
Explain to win
A bingo only counts if the student can explain one square in their winning line.
For more pattern ideas, see our guide to bingo patterns.
Printing and setup
Print a class set on cardstock and store it in sheet protectors so you can reuse it with dry-erase markers all year. Use the 'Print cards + calling list' button so you have a checklist to track calls.
Need more help? Read how to print bingo cards at home and how many cards you need.
Frequently asked questions
How many words do I need for Parts of Speech bingo cards?
A 5x5 card with a free space needs 24 words, a 4x4 card needs 16, and a 3x3 card with a free space needs 8. The Parts of Speech list on this page has 24 words, so it fills a 5x5 card. Add more words if you want the cards to look more different from each other.
Are these Parts of Speech bingo cards free?
Yes. The generator and the word list are free to use for home, classroom, church, club and office games. You don't need to sign up or download anything.
What age is Parts of Speech bingo good for?
Match the word list to your grade level. The game format works from pre-K through high school.