Name: ___________________ Date: ______________

Breaking Words into Syllables Worksheet

A syllable is a unit of spoken language made up of a single

uninterrupted sound formed by a vowel.

Directions: Read each word and divide it by putting a (/)

between each syllable. On the space, tell how many syllables
are in each word.
Example A: photo
Answer: pho / to= 2
1. vacation ____ 11. produce ____
2. country ____ 12. understand ____
3. mountain ____ 13. common ____
4. carry ____ 14. minutes ____
5. father ____ 15. inches ____
6. country ____ 16. finally ____
7. below ____ 17. government ____
8. every ____ 18. thousands ____
9. between ____ 19. scientist ____
10. important ____ 20. nothing ____

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