Counting Syllables

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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 count syllables in a word?

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You can count syllables by clapping for each vowel sound you hear in a word.

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What is an example of a one-syllable word?

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The word 'cat' has one syllable.

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What is an example of a two-syllable word?

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The word 'happy' has two syllables: hap-py.

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What is an example of a three-syllable word?

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The word 'banana' has three syllables: ba-na-na.

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What is an example of a four-syllable word?

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The word 'unbelievable' has four syllables: un-be-liev-a-ble.

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How many syllables are in the word 'elephant'?

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The word 'elephant' has three syllables: el-e-phant.

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How many syllables are in the word 'computer'?

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The word 'computer' has three syllables: com-pu-ter.

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How many syllables are in the word 'watermelon'?

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The word 'watermelon' has four syllables: wa-ter-mel-on.

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What is the importance of counting syllables?

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Counting syllables helps with reading, writing, and understanding the rhythm of words.