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Which word has a short 'a' sound?
Which word has a short 'a' sound?
- fit
- men
- Cat (correct)
Which word has a short 'a' sound?
Which word has a short 'a' sound?
- hit
- mat (correct)
- set
Which word has a short 'a' sound?
Which word has a short 'a' sound?
- bag (correct)
- bake
- lot
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Study Notes
Short 'A' Sound
- The short 'a' sound is typically represented phonetically as /æ/.
- It is commonly found in words like "cat," "hat," "bat," and "mat."
- The sound is characterized by a relaxed jaw and an open mouth position.
- In contrast to long vowel sounds, the short 'a' is pronounced quickly.
- Recognizing the short 'a' sound can improve phonetic awareness and pronunciation skills.
- Still, context is vital; the same letters may form different vowel sounds in various words.
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