Syllabication is the process of dividing words into their individual syllables, which are the distinct units of sound that make up a word. Each syllable typically contains a vowel sound and may include surrounding consonants. For example, the word banana can be broken down into three syllables: ba-na-na. Understanding syllabication is important for reading and pronunciation. It helps learners recognize how words are structured, making it easier to decode unfamiliar words. Syllabication rules can vary by language, but they generally follow patterns that can be learned, such as dividing between double consonants or after a single vowel.