Long I vs Short I

Front

What is a short-i sound?

Back

The short-i sound is a vowel sound that is pronounced like the 'i' in 'brick' or 'in.' It is a quick, short sound.

Front

What is a long-i sound?

Back

The long-i sound is a vowel sound that is pronounced like the 'i' in 'reply' or 'silent.' It is a longer, drawn-out sound.

Front

Give an example of a word with a short-i sound.

Back

Brick.

Front

Give an example of a word with a long-i sound.

Back

Reply.

Front

How do you identify a short-i sound in a word?

Back

A short-i sound is often found in words where the 'i' is followed by one or more consonants, like in 'in' or 'fish.'

Front

How do you identify a long-i sound in a word?

Back

A long-i sound is often found in words where the 'i' is followed by a silent 'e' or when it is in a vowel team, like in 'time' or 'ride.'

Front

What is the sound of 'i' in the word 'inch'?

Back

Short-I.

Front

What is the sound of 'i' in the word 'silent'?

Back

Long-I.

Front

Is the 'i' in 'river' a short-i or long-i sound?

Back

Short-I.

Front

Is the 'i' in 'reply' a short-i or long-i sound?

Back

Long-I.