What is a syllable?
Syllables

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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A syllable is a unit of pronunciation that contains a vowel sound and may or may not have surrounding consonants.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How many syllables are in the word 'cat'?
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1
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How many syllables are in the word 'elephant'?
Back
3
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the rule for counting syllables in a word?
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Count the number of vowel sounds in the word.
5.
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Front
How many syllables are in 'banana'?
Back
3
6.
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How many syllables are in 'computer'?
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3
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How many syllables are in 'butterfly'?
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3
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