Word Study- Breaking Words into Syllables Report Card Check

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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 one or more letters.

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How do you count syllables in a word?

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To count syllables, clap for each vowel sound you hear in a word. Each clap represents one syllable.

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How many syllables does the word 'banana' have?

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3

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What is the correct way to divide the word 'computer' into syllables?

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com / pu / ter

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How many syllables does the word 'happy' have?

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2

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What is the correct way to divide the word 'elephant' into syllables?

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el / e / phant

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How many syllables does the word 'butterfly' have?

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3

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What is the correct way to divide the word 'chocolate' into syllables?

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choc / o / late

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How many syllables does the word 'watermelon' have?

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4

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What is the correct way to divide the word 'television' into syllables?

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tel / e / vi / sion