Closed Syllables, Syllables

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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 an example of a closed syllable?

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bit

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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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How many syllables are in the word 'fantastic'?

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3

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Divide the word 'fitness' into syllables.

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fit ness

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What is an open syllable?

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An open syllable ends with a vowel and the vowel is usually long.

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Give an example of an open syllable.

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go

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What is a vowel?

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A vowel is a letter that represents a speech sound and includes A, E, I, O, U.

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What is a consonant?

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A consonant is a letter that is not a vowel and represents a speech sound.

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How do you count syllables in a word?

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You count syllables by clapping for each vowel sound you hear.