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How many syllables are in the word 'balloon'?

Syllables

Clap out the beats in words to spot syllables. Short names and long words all break into sound chunks.

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Fascinating Fact:

Names show syllables neatly: Sam is 1, Lo-la is 2, E-mi-ly is 3.

In KS1 English, children learn that words are made of syllables, or sound beats. Clapping, tapping and saying words slowly help them hear how many syllables each word has.

Key Terms

  • Syllable: A beat in a word that you can hear when you say it, such as pen-cil having two beats.
  • Beat: A steady clap or tap that matches each syllable when you say a word out loud.
  • Chunk: A small part of a word that helps you read, spell and say the whole word more easily.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

How do you explain syllables to KS1 children?

You can explain syllables as the sound beats in a word. Children clap once for each beat as they slowly say the word aloud.

What activities help children hear syllables in words?

Clapping, tapping the table, jumping for each beat or placing counters for every syllable all help children hear and count syllables clearly.

Why is syllable work important in early reading?

Syllable work helps children break long words into smaller parts, making them easier to read, spell and remember in everyday reading tasks.

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The word flower is broken up like this: 'flow - er'. These aren't phonics sounds, if they were then the word would be broken up differently. Instead we are counting the movements of our mouth.
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How many syllables are in the word 'identical'?
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How many syllables are in the word 'elephant'?
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Elephant is said like this: 'el - e - phant'. It's fun to tap or clap your hands together to help you count syllables.
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How many syllables are in the word 'oak'?
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How many syllables are in the word 'America'?
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How many syllables are in the word 'olive'?
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What does a syllable count?
The letters in a word.
The vowels in a word.
The consonants in a word.
The sounds in a word.
There are words with one sound, like 'one' - you only move your mouth once for that word. Now try the word 'twenty', you make two mouth movements.
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How many syllables are in the word 'apple'?
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How many syllables are in the word 'snap'?
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You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Counting syllables

Author:  Finola Waller (MEd, Primary School Teacher & KS1 English Quiz Writer)
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