Consonant +/le/ syllables

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What is a consonant +/le/ syllable?

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A consonant +/le/ syllable is a syllable that ends with a consonant followed by the letters 'le', where the 'e' is silent, such as in 'table'.

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Give an example of a word with a consonant +/le/ syllable.

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An example of a word with a consonant +/le/ syllable is 'candle'.

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What is the role of the silent 'e' in consonant +/le/ syllables?

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The silent 'e' in consonant +/le/ syllables indicates that the preceding vowel is long, affecting the pronunciation of the word.

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How do you identify a consonant +/le/ syllable in a word?

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To identify a consonant +/le/ syllable, look for a syllable that ends with a consonant followed by 'le', ensuring the 'e' is not pronounced.

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What is the difference between a consonant +/le/ syllable and a regular syllable?

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A consonant +/le/ syllable specifically ends with 'le' preceded by a consonant, while regular syllables can end in various letters and combinations.

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List three words that contain consonant +/le/ syllables.

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Three words that contain consonant +/le/ syllables are 'bottle', 'puzzle', and 'fable'.

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What is the significance of consonant +/le/ syllables in English spelling?

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Consonant +/le/ syllables are significant in English spelling as they help indicate the pronunciation of vowels and the structure of multisyllabic words.

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How does the presence of a consonant +/le/ syllable affect word stress?

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The presence of a consonant +/le/ syllable often affects word stress, typically placing emphasis on the syllable before it.

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What are some common mistakes when spelling words with consonant +/le/ syllables?

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Common mistakes include omitting the 'e' or misplacing the consonant before 'le', leading to incorrect spellings like 'candel' instead of 'candle'.

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Can you provide a sentence using a word with a consonant +/le/ syllable?

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Sure! 'The candle flickered in the dark room.'