Syllables & Syllable Breaks

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What is a syllable?

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A syllable is a single, unbroken sound of a spoken (or written) word. It usually contains a vowel sound.

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How many syllables are in the word 'dinosaur'?

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3

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What is the correct way to divide the word 'correct'?

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cor / rect

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How many syllables are in the word 'watermelon'?

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4

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What is the correct way to divide the word 'gather'?

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gath / er

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How many syllables are in the word 'question'?

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2

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What is a syllable break?

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A syllable break is the point where a word is divided into syllables.

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Can a syllable have more than one vowel?

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Yes, a syllable can have more than one vowel, but it usually has one vowel sound.

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What is an example of a one-syllable word?

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Cat.

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What is an example of a two-syllable word?

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Happy.