Here's why:
* Short vowels are typically pronounced quickly and with a closed mouth.
* Long vowels are typically pronounced more slowly and with a more open mouth.
The "i" in "whistle" is pronounced as the short "i" sound, like in "bit" or "pin".
Here's why:
* Short vowels are typically pronounced quickly and with a closed mouth.
* Long vowels are typically pronounced more slowly and with a more open mouth.
The "i" in "whistle" is pronounced as the short "i" sound, like in "bit" or "pin".