Vocabulary
analyse
to study something carefully to understand it better
Why it matters
A high-value reading and writing verb.
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Year 6 Vocabulary List
Year 6 students benefit from words that sound a little more academic and precise. This list helps them explain, compare, and justify ideas more clearly across subjects.
Good for
Upper primary students preparing for stronger writing and testing language.
Focus
Explaining ideas, organising thinking, and using evidence in answers.
Vocabulary
evidence
facts or details that support an idea
Why it matters
Critical for reading response and persuasive writing.
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conclude
to decide or finish after considering information
Why it matters
Supports explanatory writing.
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contrast
to show how things are different
Why it matters
Useful in comparison tasks.
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infer
to work out something that is not directly stated
Why it matters
A core comprehension skill.
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perspective
a way of seeing or thinking about something
Why it matters
Adds depth to discussion and writing.
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organise
to put things in a clear order
Why it matters
Supports structured writing and planning.
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factor
one part of a situation or result
Why it matters
Useful across maths, science, and humanities.
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structure
the way something is arranged or built
Why it matters
Important for text and paragraph understanding.
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summarise
to give the main points in fewer words
Why it matters
A key study and revision skill.
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