Open and Closed Syllables

Front

What is an open syllable?

Back

An open syllable ends with a vowel sound and the vowel is usually long. Example: 'be'.

Front

What is a closed syllable?

Back

A closed syllable ends with a consonant and the vowel is usually short. Example: 'pug'.

Front

How many syllables are in the word 'hotel'?

Back

2 syllables.

Front

What is an example of a closed syllable?

Back

'shed' is a closed syllable.

Front

What is an example of an open syllable?

Back

'be' is an open syllable.

Front

How many syllables are in the word 'cat'?

Back

1 syllable.

Front

How many syllables are in the word 'banana'?

Back

3 syllables.

Front

What is the vowel sound in a closed syllable?

Back

The vowel sound is usually short.

Front

What is the vowel sound in an open syllable?

Back

The vowel sound is usually long.

Front

Is 'bed' an open or closed syllable?

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Closed syllable.