Syllables & Syllable Breaks

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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 many syllables are in the word 'quarter'?

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2

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How many syllables are in the word 'cheeseburger'?

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3

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How many syllables are in the word 'elephant'?

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3

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How would you break the word 'camel' into syllables?

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cam/el

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How would you break the word 'paper' into syllables?

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pa/per

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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.

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Can a syllable have more than one vowel?

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Yes, a syllable can have more than one vowel, but it usually has one vowel sound.

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What is an example of a one-syllable word?

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'Cat' is an example of a one-syllable word.

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What is an example of a two-syllable word?

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'Happy' is an example of a two-syllable word.