What are closed syllables?
* A closed syllable is a syllable that ends with a consonant sound.
* Think of it like a closed door - the consonant sound "closes" the syllable off.
How to write words with closed syllables:
1. Identify the syllables: Divide the word into its individual syllables.
2. Look for consonant sounds at the end: Each syllable ending in a consonant sound is a closed syllable.
3. Focus on the vowel sound: The vowel sound in a closed syllable is usually short.
Here are some examples:
* cat - One syllable, closed by the "t" sound. The vowel "a" is short.
* hop - One syllable, closed by the "p" sound. The vowel "o" is short.
* happy - Two syllables: "hap" (closed) and "py" (open). The "a" in "hap" is short.
Tips for remembering:
* Think of short vowel sounds: Closed syllables often have the short vowel sound (like in "cat", "hop", "dog").
* Look for consonant endings: If a syllable ends with a consonant, it's usually a closed syllable.
Let me know if you have any specific words you're struggling with!