Word Stress Pronunciation Skill 2
the beats in a word = syllables
How many syllables are there in class? university? English? 1 5 2 your name?
1 syllable in every word is stressed Word Stress 1 syllable in every word is stressed louder longer stronger
Why is Word Stress Important? English speakers listen for it If it is wrong, you can be misunderstood
What is the stressed syllable in class? university? English? your name?
Learn the system for marking word stress in your dictionary! Remember! Every time you learn a new word, learn the correct word stress, so you can use the word understandably in conversation. Learn the system for marking word stress in your dictionary!