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Vowel Sounds
Some words have vowel sounds that can be classified as long or short, depending on how the vowel is pronounced. This can be different even in words that have nearly identical spelling.
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Is rapid A long way or short while?
Asked by Karter Ewing
Rapid refers to moving, acting, or progressing quickly, so it is typically associated with a short amount of time.
Does tulip have a long u sound?
Asked by MELANIE SIBBLIES
Yes, the word "tulip" has a long 'u' sound, as in "too- lip."
Does rat have a long or short a sound?
Asked by the four families way
The A in rat has a short A vowel sound, as in cat, or rap, or rag.
Does ran have a short or long a sound?
Asked by the four families way
The word "ran" has the short A sound (ah) sound, to rhyme with can and man.
How long after a terrible sound did the ship sink?
Asked by Vy Tran Nguyen Tuong
The Titanic sank about 2 hours and 40 minutes after hitting the iceberg, shortly after midnight on April 15, 1912. The sound of the impact was heard by some passengers, but many at the time did not realize the full extent of the damage until it was too late.
What is two or more words that have the same ending sound is?
Asked by Jakiera Williams
Two or more words that have the same ending sound are known as rhyming words. Rhymes often create a musical or lyrical effect in writing or speech.
Is the word jack a long a or short a word?
Asked by Quealin Wren
In American English, the vowel sound in "Jack" is a short a.
Tap is a short a vowel?
Asked by janitza ayala
Yes, "tap" contains a short 'a' vowel sound. It is pronounced quickly and without any extra emphasis or length.
Is the word jacket a long or short vowel?
Asked by abailey1
Both vowels in the word jacket are short sounds.
What does chin mean in chines?
Asked by Wiki User
"Chin" in Chinese can have different meanings depending on the context. It can refer to 金 (jīn), which means "gold," or 禁 (jìn), which means "forbidden" or "prohibition." It's essential to understand the surrounding words to determine the correct meaning of "chin" in Chinese.
Which vowel does drew have long or short o sound?
Asked by Wiki User
The word "drew" has a long vowel sound for the letter "o." In this case, the letter "o" sounds like the name of the letter itself, like in "go" or "stone."
How long is 110mm?
Asked by Wiki User
110mm is equivalent to 11 centimeters or approximately 4.33 inches.
Why the word stick have a long I sound?
Asked by Wiki User
The word "stick" has a long "i" sound because it follows the pronunciation rules of English phonics. In this case, the letter combination "ic" is pronounced as a long "i" sound.
What is the unstressed vowel in the word abandon?
Asked by Wiki User
The unstressed vowel in the word "abandon" is the letter "a".
What is the unstressed vowel in fattening?
Asked by Wiki User
The unstressed vowel in "fattening" is the schwa sound /ə/ that you hear in the second and third syllables. This sound is a neutral, relaxed sound that is commonly found in unstressed syllables in English words.
Is smoky a long vowel sound?
Asked by Wiki User
No, "smoky" does not have a long vowel sound. The 'o' in 'smoky' makes a short vowel sound.
