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 and can be a whole word or part of a word.

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How many syllables are in the word 'banana'?

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

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What is the rule for counting syllables in a word?

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To count syllables, clap for each vowel sound you hear in a word.

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Can a syllable have more than one vowel?

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Yes, a syllable can have more than one vowel, but it usually has only one vowel sound.

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What is an example of a one-syllable word?

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An example of a one-syllable word is 'cat'.

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What is an example of a two-syllable word?

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An example of a two-syllable word is 'happy'.

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What is an example of a three-syllable word?

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An example of a three-syllable word is 'elephant'.

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What is a closed syllable?

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A closed syllable ends with a consonant and has a short vowel sound, like 'cat'.

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What is an open syllable?

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An open syllable ends with a vowel and has a long vowel sound, like 'he'.

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What is a consonant?

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A consonant is a speech sound that is not a vowel. Examples include 'b', 'c', 'd', etc.