How do we know the quantity of vowels followed by several consonants?

1. When a vowel is followed by a consonant?
2. What is vowel lengthening rule in phonology?
3. What is the quantity of a vowel?
4. How do you teach vowel and consonant sounds?

When a vowel is followed by a consonant?

When there's only one vowel in a syllable and it is followed by at least one consonant, the vowel usually makes its short sound. Examples include on, itch, mas•cot, and Wis•con•sin. This pattern is called a “closed syllable” because the consonant “closes in” the short vowel sound.

What is vowel lengthening rule in phonology?

In general, the vowels and diphthongs in stressed syllables become shorter when followed by a voiceless consonant and lengthen considerably when followed by a voiced consonant or a word boundary.

What is the quantity of a vowel?

The Quantity of a Vowel or a Syllable is the time occupied in pronouncing it. Two degrees of Quantity are recognized—long and short. a. In syllables, quantity is measured from the beginning of the vowel or diphthong to the end of the syllable.

How do you teach vowel and consonant sounds?

Tell your students that a vowel is a sound made by blowing air out of the mouth without closing your mouth or teeth. Next explain that a consonant is a sound made by moving part of the mouth, lips, tongue, or teeth. Use examples to illustrate the difference. For example, ask your students to say "e" together.