VCCV Syllable Division

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What is VCCV Syllable Division?

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A method of dividing words into syllables where a consonant is followed by a consonant and then a vowel, typically splitting between the two consonants.

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How do you identify syllables in a word?

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Count the number of vowel sounds in the word; each vowel sound usually represents a syllable.

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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, typically containing a vowel.

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What is the rule for dividing words with VCCV?

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When dividing a word with the VCCV pattern, split the word between the two consonants.

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Example of a word divided correctly using VCCV: 'welcome'.

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The correct division is 'wel/come'.

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What is the correct division of the word 'purpose'?

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The correct division is 'pur/pose'.

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What is the correct division of the word 'distant'?

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The correct division is 'dis/tant'.

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What is the correct division of the word 'suspense'?

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The correct division is 'sus/pense'.

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What is the correct division of the word 'contact'?

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The correct division is 'con/tact'.

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How many syllables are in the word 'welcome'?

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There are 2 syllables in 'welcome'.