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A syllable is a small beat in a word. Every word has at least one beat, and some words have more than one. This 1st Grade English lesson builds the skill Print and sound basics with a concept card and practice.

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Count syllables

~7 min

Words can have one beat or more than one beat. Rabbit has two beats: rab-bit.

What is a Syllable

Word: cat

cat

Tap or say each part in order.

A syllable is a small beat in a word. Every word has at least one beat, and some words have more than one.

💡 Say a word out loud and listen for how many times you tap your chin or clap your hands.