Syllable Pattern VCCV

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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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What does VCCV stand for in syllable patterns?

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VCCV stands for 'Vowel-Consonant-Consonant-Vowel', which is a pattern used to divide words into syllables.

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

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den/tist

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

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ban/dit

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

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hor/net

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

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con/test

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

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mag/net

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What is an example of a word that follows the VCCV pattern?

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'bandit' is an example of a word that follows the VCCV pattern.

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What is the first syllable in the word 'dentist'?

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The first syllable is 'den'.

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What is the second syllable in the word 'hornet'?

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The second syllable is 'net'.