Open and Closed Syllables

What is an open syllable?

• A syllable that ends with a vowel

• A syllable that ends with a consonant

What is a closed syllable?

• A syllable that ends with a vowel

• A syllable that ends with a consonant

Which are open syllables?

• hot

• no

• va

• bam

Which are closed syllables?

• go

• nu

• sit

• hip

What kind of syllable is met?

• Closed

• Open

Which words have two closed syllables?

• basket

• napkin

• water

Which word has two open syllables?

• lady

• evil

• unit

Which words have three open syllables?

• piano

• radio

• potato

• limited

Which words have two closed syllables?

• tomato

• volcano

• velvet

Select the words that have two open syllables.

• tablet

• photo

• pony

• dry