Closed Syllables, Syllables

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What is a syllable?

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A syllable is a word part that contains a vowel.

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What are the vowels in the English language?

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a, e, i, o, u

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What are examples of consonants?

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b, d, f, g, h

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What is an example of a closed syllable?

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bit

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What is a closed syllable?

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A closed syllable has one short vowel, followed by at least one consonant.

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What is an open syllable?

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An open syllable ends with a vowel sound and usually has a long vowel.

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Can a syllable be a complete word?

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Yes, a syllable can be a complete word, like 'a' or 'I'.

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What is a vowel sound?

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A vowel sound is produced when air flows freely through the mouth without any obstruction.

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What is a consonant sound?

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A consonant sound is produced when airflow is obstructed in some way by the tongue, lips, or teeth.

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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.