VCCV Syllable Division

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What is VCCV Syllable Division?

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VCCV Syllable Division is a method of dividing words into syllables where a vowel is followed by two consonants and then another vowel. The division typically occurs between the consonants.

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How do you divide the word 'until'?

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The correct division is un/til.

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How do you divide the word 'evil'?

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The correct division is e/vil.

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How do you divide the word 'cancel'?

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The correct division is can/cel.

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How do you divide the word 'napkin'?

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The correct division is nap/kin.

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How do you divide the word 'invent'?

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The correct division is in/vent.

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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, typically containing a vowel sound.

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What is the rule for dividing VCCV syllables?

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In VCCV syllable division, you usually split the syllable between the two consonants.

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Give an example of a word that follows VCCV syllable division.

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An example is 'basket', which divides into bas/ket.

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What happens if the two consonants are a blend?

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If the two consonants form a blend, you do not divide them; for example, in 'stand', it stays as stand.