Syllable Pattern VCCV

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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.

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What does VCCV stand for in syllable patterns?

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VCCV stands for 'Vowel-Consonant-Consonant-Vowel', which is a pattern used to divide words into syllables.

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How do you divide the word 'bandit' into syllables?

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ban/dit

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How do you divide the word 'signal' into syllables?

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sig/nal

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How do you divide the word 'harvest' into syllables?

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har/vest

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How do you divide the word 'hornet' into syllables?

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hor/net

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How do you divide the word 'sister' into syllables?

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sis/ter

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What is the first syllable in the word 'bandit'?

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ban

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What is the second syllable in the word 'signal'?

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nal

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What is a common rule for dividing VCCV words?

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When dividing VCCV words, the consonant between the vowels usually goes with the second vowel.