Is the word pair a short sound?

The word "pair" is a short sound because the vowel "ai" makes a short "e" sound.

Here's why:

* Short vowels: In English, short vowels are typically pronounced quickly and with a closed mouth.

* "ai" combination: In the word "pair," the letters "ai" represent the short "e" sound.

So, the word "pair" is pronounced with a short sound, similar to "bed" or "pen."