Decoding Syllables: A Comprehensive Guide To Speech Units For Enhanced Word Recognition
Syllables are basic units of speech that divide words into pronounceable parts. Vowels create syllable nuclei, while consonants shape their structure. Closed syllables end with consonants (e.g., “quir”), while open syllables end with vowels (e.g., “rel”). Consonant blends (e.g., “sq”) and diphthongs (e.g., “ei”) modify syllable sounds. Vowel length affects syllable duration (e.g., “i” in…