4 Syllable Words

Are you looking for some 4 syllable words? If so, I’ve got a huge list to share with you today.

These four-syllable words can be used for learning phonics, early reading activities, spelling, vocabulary and all sorts of writing projects.

The ability to break words down into syllables is foundational to phonological awareness and many other language art skills and can be started as early as preschool.

So let’s jump right in! Here is the ultimate list of 4 syllable words:

The Ultimate List of 4 Syllable Words

4 syllable words that start with A:

Four syllable words that start with B:

Easy 4 syllable words that start with C:

4 syllable word examples that start with D:

Four syllable word examples that start with E, F, and G:

4 syllable words that start H:

Four syllable words that start I:

4 syllable word that start J:

Four syllable word that start K:

4 syllable words that start L, M, and N:

Four syllable word examples that start O:

Easy four syllable words that start P:

4-syllable word examples that start Q:

Four syllable words that start R:

4 syllable words that start S:

4-syllable words that start T:

Four syllable words that start U, V, and W:

Four syllable word examples that start X, Y, and Z:

Simple and Fun Syllable Activities for Kids

Learning how to break apart words into syllables is essential to phonological awareness and learning how to read! Here are some fun syllable activities you can do with your students.

1. Clap Syllables in Books

Grab some picture books and read with your kids. But while you read, play a syllable counting game! To play, instruct your child that whenever you stop, they have to tell you the number of syllables in that word.

2. Build Syllable Block Towers

For this syllable block tower game, you will need to get some building blocks. To play, give your kids a word and have them build a tower using the correct number of syllables that matches the word given. For example, if you give your child the word ‘sit-u-a-tion’ their syllable tower should be four blocks high.

3. Do a Syllable Picture Sort 

On a chalkboard, whiteboard, or with post-it notes, make number categories 1-5. Next, give your kids a stack of images and have them say each word out loud, clap the syllables, then put the picture into the correct number category. For example, if your child pick ups a picture of an al-li-ga-tor, they should place it in the 4-syllable word category.

Syllables – Q & A

1. What is a syllable?

A syllable is a single sound used to make words. A word can be made up of one syllable (bus, red, cat, etc) or multiple syllables (pea-nut, el-e-phant, oc-to-pus, cir-cus, etc.)

Each syllable contains one vowel sound and is sometimes referred to as a beat.

2. What is an open syllable vs. a closed syllable?

An open syllable is a syllable that ends in a vowel. Here are some examples of two-syllable words with open syllables: ta-co, ti-ger, and paper.

A closed syllable is a syllable that ends in a consonant. Here are some examples of two-syllable words with closed syllables: nin-ja, bas-ket, and pic-nic.

3. What are some animals with 4 syllables?

Alligator, salamander, amphibian, rhinoceros, armadillo, Yellowhammer, Yellowjacket, and caterpillar.

4. What are some positive 4-syllable words?

Independence, community, relaxation, intelligence, education, experienced, remarkable, dedicated, charismatic, admirable, equality, and integrity.

More Words for Kids

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What 4 syllable words would you add to this list?