VCCV Syllables

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What is a VCCV syllable pattern?

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A VCCV syllable pattern is a way to divide words into syllables where a vowel (V) is followed by two consonants (CC) and then another vowel (V).

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How do you divide the word 'ribbon'?

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The word 'ribbon' is divided as rib/bon.

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How do you divide the word 'umpire'?

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The word 'umpire' is not divided; it is one syllable.

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How do you divide the word 'picnic'?

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The word 'picnic' is divided as pic/nic.

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How do you divide the word 'fabric'?

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The word 'fabric' is divided as fab/ric.

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How do you divide the word 'bandit'?

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The word 'bandit' is divided as ban/dit.

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What is an example of a word with a VCCV pattern?

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An example of a word with a VCCV pattern is 'ribbon'.

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What is the first step in dividing a word into syllables?

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The first step is to identify the vowels in the word.

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What do you do if a word has two consonants between two vowels?

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If a word has two consonants between two vowels, you usually divide the word between the consonants.

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Can the word 'umpire' be divided into syllables?

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No, 'umpire' is a single syllable word.