Lesson 1 of 12 · 6 min
Breaking words into syllables
A syllable is a beat in a word, usually with one vowel sound. Clap as you say it: but-ter-fly has three syllables. Breaking long words into syllables makes them easier to read and spell.
but · ter · fly
Three syllables, three claps
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