Closed Syllables #3

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What is a closed syllable?

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A closed syllable is a syllable that ends with a consonant, which 'closes' the vowel in the syllable, making it a short vowel sound.

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Break apart the word 'confess' into syllables.

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con fess

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What is the definition of a syllable?

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A syllable is a unit of pronunciation that has one vowel sound, with or without surrounding consonants.

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Break apart the word 'trumpet' into syllables.

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trum pet

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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 and has a short vowel sound, while an open syllable ends with a vowel and has a long vowel sound.

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Break apart the word 'contest' into syllables.

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con test

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What is an example of a word with a closed syllable?

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'cat' is an example of a closed syllable because it ends with a consonant.

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Break apart the word 'invent' into syllables.

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in vent

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What is a compound word?

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A compound word is formed when two or more words are combined to create a new word with a new meaning.

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Break apart the word 'stinkbug' into syllables.

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stink bug