Open and closed Syllables

Front

What is an open syllable?

Back

An open syllable ends with a vowel sound.

Front

What is a closed syllable?

Back

A closed syllable ends with a consonant.

Front

Give an example of an open syllable.

Back

The word 'my' is an open syllable.

Front

Give an example of a closed syllable.

Back

The word 'ship' is a closed syllable.

Front

What sound does an open syllable make?

Back

An open syllable makes a long vowel sound.

Front

What sound does a closed syllable make?

Back

A closed syllable makes a short vowel sound.

Front

How do you identify an open syllable?

Back

An open syllable has no consonant at the end.

Front

How do you identify a closed syllable?

Back

A closed syllable has a consonant at the end.

Front

Is the word 'it' an open or closed syllable?

Back

The word 'it' is a closed syllable.

Front

Is the word 'mom' an open or closed syllable?

Back

The word 'mom' is a closed syllable.