Does began have a short sound?

The word "began" does not have a short sound. It has a long "e" sound.

Here's why:

* Spelling: The "e" at the end of "began" is silent. This is a common pattern in English words where the "e" at the end indicates the preceding vowel has a long sound.

* Pronunciation: "Began" is pronounced with a long "e" sound, like the "e" in "see" or "bee."

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