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

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cor / rect

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

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re / use

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

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med / al

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

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clo / set

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

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a / corn

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What is the rule for dividing syllables with a consonant between two vowels?

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If a consonant is between two vowels, divide before the consonant.

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

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hap / py

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What is a closed syllable?

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A closed syllable ends with a consonant and has a short vowel sound.

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What is an open syllable?

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