Pronunciation of mono syllable and bi-syllabic words

English Language 

Speech Work 

Second Term Lesson Note

Week 2

Primary 6 

Pronunciation of mono syllable words and bi syllable words 

Learning Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to 

1. Recognize mono syllabic words and bi-syllabic words 
2. Pronounce mono syllabic words and bi-syllabic words 
3. Write examples of words that are mono syllabic words and bi-syllabic. 

Entry Behaviour

Pupils have previous knowledge of syllable

Instructional Materials

• Audio Visual Resources 
• Flash cards 
• Online Dictionary 
• Recommended English Textbook 
• Chart 
• Hard copy dictionary 

Methods of Teaching

• Class Discussion
• Group Discussion
• Asking Questions
• Explanation
• Role Modelling
• Role Delegation

Reference Materials 

• Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks
• Workbooks
• 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum

Content 

What is a syllable? 

A syllable is a unit of pronunciation that contains a single vowel sound. Syllables are often used to structure words in written and spoken language.

In English, syllables are typically formed around a vowel sound and can be distinguished by the presence of a syllable peak, which is the part of the syllable that is pronounced with the most emphasis. Syllables can be open, meaning that they end with a vowel sound, or closed, meaning that they end with a consonant sound.

For example, the word “banana” has three syllables: “ba,” “na,” and “na.” Each syllable contains a single vowel sound and is separated from the other syllables by a consonant sound. Similarly, the word “syllable” has two syllables: “syl” and “la-ble.” The first syllable is closed because it ends with a consonant sound, and the second syllable is open because it ends with a vowel sound.

Syllables are an important aspect of language and are used to structure words and phrases in many different languages. They can be helpful in understanding and pronouncing words, particularly for learners of a new language.

What is mono a syllabic word?

A monosyllabic word is a word that has only one syllable. In other words, it is a word that is pronounced with a single vowel sound. Monosyllabic words are common in many languages, including English.

Examples of monosyllabic words in English include “cat,” “dog,” “pen,” “cup,” and “bed.” These words are all pronounced with a single vowel sound and do not have any additional syllables.

Monosyllabic words can be either closed, meaning that they end with a consonant sound, or open, meaning that they end with a vowel sound. For example, the word “cat” is a closed monosyllabic word because it ends with a consonant sound, while the word “bed” is an open monosyllabic word because it ends with a vowel sound.

Monosyllabic words are often used in poetry and other forms of literature to create a rhythmic effect. They can also be used for emphasis or to create a sense of simplicity or clarity in written or spoken language.

Examples of monosyllabic words 

1. cat
2. dog
3. pen
4. cup
5. bed
6. hat
7. bag
8. car
9. map
10. man
11. ten
12. sun
13. run
14. fun
15. gum
16. bus
17. cut
18. red
19. wet
20. kid

Evaluation

1. What is a monosyllabic word? a. A word with one syllable b. A word with two syllables c. A word with three syllables d. A word with four syllables
2. How many syllables does a monosyllabic word have? a. One b. Two c. Three d. Four
3. Can a monosyllabic word be closed or open? a. Yes b. No
4. Which of the following words is a monosyllabic word? a. Cat b. Dogs c. Pencil d. Table
5. Which of the following words is not a monosyllabic word? a. Car b. Hat c. Sun d. House
6. Monosyllabic words are often used in which of the following? a. Poetry b. Prose c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B
7. Monosyllabic words can create which of the following effects in written or spoken language? a. Rhythmic effect b. Emphasis c. Simplicity or clarity d. All of the above
8. Which of the following words is not a monosyllabic word in English? a. Book b. Pen c. Map d. Bed
9. Monosyllabic words can be helpful for which of the following? a. Understanding and pronouncing words b. Reading and writing c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor B
10. Which of the following languages do not use monosyllabic words? a. English b. Spanish c. French d. All of the above languages use monosyllabic words.

Clapping to indicate the number of syllable in a word 

it is possible to clap to count the number of syllables in a word. This method is known as syllable clapping and can be a helpful way to identify the number of syllables in a word, particularly for children who are learning about syllables and how to count them.

To use syllable clapping to count the number of syllables in a word, you can follow these steps:

1. Say the word out loud, emphasizing the syllable peak, or the part of the syllable that is pronounced with the most emphasis.
2. Clap once for each syllable in the word. For example, if the word has two syllables, you would clap twice.
3. Continue clapping for each syllable in the word until you have counted all of the syllables.

Syllable clapping can be a fun and interactive way to learn about syllables and how they are used in language. It can also be helpful in improving pronunciation and understanding of words.

Meaning of bi-syllabic words?

A bi-syllabic word is a word that has two syllables. In other words, it is a word that is pronounced with two vowel sounds. Bi-syllabic words are common in many languages, including English.

Examples of bi-syllabic words in English include “hotel,” “table,” “bottle,” and “butter.” These words are all pronounced with two vowel sounds and have two syllables. The first syllable of a bi-syllabic word is typically pronounced with less emphasis than the second syllable, which is known as the syllable peak.

Bi-syllabic words can be either open, meaning that they end with a vowel sound, or closed, meaning that they end with a consonant sound. For example, the word “table” is a closed bi-syllabic word because it ends with a consonant sound, while the word “banana” is an open bi-syllabic word because it ends with a vowel sound.

Bi-syllabic words are an important part of many languages and are used in a variety of contexts, including in everyday conversation, in literature, and in other forms of written and spoken communication.

1. Hotel
2. Poem
3. Chorus
4. Bottle
5. Butter
6. Water
7. Table
8. Lemon
9. Mirror
10. Window

Presentation

The lesson presentation is done step by step. The class teacher or subject teacher does the following

1. Revise the previous lesson which also includes learners previous knowledge that is related to the new topic
2. Introduce the new lesson by telling the pupils the meaning of monosyllabic and bi-syllabic words
3. Explain the pronunciation of these words to the pupils
4. Pupils are to write out their own monosyllabic and bi-syllabic words
5. Give a board summary of the topic that has just been taught

Evaluation

1. Which of the following words is monosyllabic? a) Table b) Elephant c) Happiness d) Butterfly

Answer: a) Table

2. Which of the following words is bi-syllabic? a) Apple b) Orange c) Banana d) Strawberry

Answer: d) Strawberry

3. Which of the following words is monosyllabic? a) Window b) Television c) Refrigerator d) Dishwasher

Answer: a) Window

4. Which of the following words is bi-syllabic? a) Computer b) Telephone c) Printer d) Scanner

Answer: b) Telephone

5. Which of the following words is monosyllabic? a) Dog b) Cat c) Mouse d) Rat

Answer: a) Dog

6. Which of the following words is bi-syllabic? a) Lion b) Tiger c) Bear d) Wolf

Answer: b) Tiger

7. Which of the following words is monosyllabic? a) House b) Building c) Skyscraper d) Apartment

Answer: a) House

8. Which of the following words is bi-syllabic? a) Car b) Truck c) Bus d) Train

Answer: d) Train

9. Which of the following words is monosyllabic? a) Chair b) Table c) Sofa d) Couch

Answer: a) Chair

10. Which of the following words is bi-syllabic? a) Television b) Radio c) Speaker d) Microphone

Answer: d) Microphone

Conclusion

To conclude the lesson, the class teacher or subject teacher does a brief review of what he or she has just taught the pupils. He ask you questions that are related to the topic to ascertain if the learners have actually assimilated and understood the new topic that has just been taught