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Is the word bait an open or closed syllable?

The word "bait" is a closed syllable.

Here's why:

* Closed syllable: A syllable that ends with a consonant.

* Open syllable: A syllable that ends with a vowel.

"Bait" ends with the consonant "t", making it a closed syllable.

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