Closed Syllables, Syllables

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What is a closed syllable?

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A closed syllable has one short vowel followed by at least one consonant.

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What is an open syllable?

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An open syllable ends with a vowel, which is usually long.

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How do you divide the word 'napkin' into syllables?

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nap kin

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How do you divide the word 'fitness' into syllables?

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fit ness

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How do you divide the word 'almost' into syllables?

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al most

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What is a syllable?

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A syllable is a word part that contains a vowel.

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What is the difference between a closed syllable and an open syllable?

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A closed syllable ends with a consonant, while an open syllable ends with a vowel.

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Can a syllable contain more than one vowel?

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Yes, a syllable can contain more than one vowel, but it typically has one vowel sound.

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What is a vowel team?

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A vowel team is two vowels that work together to make one sound.

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Give an example of a word with a closed syllable.

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'cat' is an example of a closed syllable.