Syllables Flashcard

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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 'talent' into syllables?

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tal / ent

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Which word has three syllables: yellow, monkey, watermelon, or remember?

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remember

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

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pa / per

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How many syllables are in the word 'banana'?

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3

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Which word has only one syllable: indigo, orange, pink, or yellow?

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pink

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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 two-syllable word?

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Happy (hap / py) or Water (wa / ter)

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What is an example of a one-syllable word?

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Cat or Dog