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 do you divide the word 'talent' into syllables?

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tal / ent

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How many syllables are in the word 'elephant'?

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3 syllables

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How do you break the word 'damage' into syllables?

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dam / age

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How many syllables are in the word 'cheeseburger'?

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3 syllables

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How do you break the word 'paper' into syllables?

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pa / per

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What is the rule for dividing syllables between two vowels?

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When two vowels are together, they usually form a single syllable, but they can also be split into two syllables.

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What is an example of a one-syllable word?

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Cat is a one-syllable word.

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What is an example of a two-syllable word?

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Happy is a two-syllable word.

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What is an example of a three-syllable word?

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Elephant is a three-syllable word.