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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 'quarterback' into syllables?

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quar-ter-back

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

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ob-tain

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

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pe-can

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

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toe-nail

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

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sur-name

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What is an example of a two-syllable word?

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Example: 'happy' (hap-py)

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What is an example of a three-syllable word?

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Example: 'banana' (ba-na-na)

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What is an example of a four-syllable word?

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Example: 'unbelievable' (un-be-liev-a-ble)

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

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The first syllable is 'el'.