VCCCV Syllable Patterns

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What is a VCCCV syllable pattern?

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A VCCCV syllable pattern consists of a vowel followed by two consonants, another consonant, and then another vowel. Example: 'extra' (ex-tra).

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How do you identify the syllable division in a word?

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To identify syllable division, look for vowel sounds and the consonants that separate them. Each syllable must have at least one vowel.

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What is the first step in splitting a word with a VCCCV pattern?

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The first step is to locate the vowel in the word, then identify the consonants that follow it.

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Can you give an example of a word with a VCCCV pattern?

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Yes, 'complex' is an example. It splits into com-plex.

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What is the correct split for the word 'improve'?

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The correct split is im-prove.

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What is the correct split for the word 'congress'?

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The correct split is con-gress.

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What is the correct split for the word 'simply'?

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The correct split is sim-ply.

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What does the term 'syllable' mean?

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A syllable is a single, unbroken sound of a spoken (or written) word, typically containing a vowel.

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How many syllables are in the word 'extra'?

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The word 'extra' has two syllables.

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What is the role of consonants in a VCCCV pattern?

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Consonants in a VCCCV pattern help to separate the vowel sounds and create distinct syllables.