Here's why:
* The vowel "a" is followed by a consonant ("c"). This typically indicates a short vowel sound.
* The "a" makes the "short a" sound, as in "cat" or "hat".
Let me know if you'd like to explore other vowel sounds!
Here's why:
* The vowel "a" is followed by a consonant ("c"). This typically indicates a short vowel sound.
* The "a" makes the "short a" sound, as in "cat" or "hat".
Let me know if you'd like to explore other vowel sounds!