Multisyllabic Words

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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 'fabric' into syllables?

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fab/ric

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

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hel/met

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

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pict/ure

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

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plas/tic

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

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trick/y

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What is the rule for dividing syllables?

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You can divide syllables between two consonants, after a prefix, or before a suffix.

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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, like 'cat'.

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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, like 'he'.

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What is a vowel?

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A vowel is a letter that represents a speech sound made with the vocal tract open, such as A, E, I, O, U.