What is a stressed sillable????????
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A stressed syllable, also known as an accented syllable, is a syllable in a word that is pronounced with greater emphasis or force than the surrounding syllables. In English, stress is typically placed on one syllable in a word, giving it more prominence in pronunciation. Understanding which syllables are stressed can be helpful in correct pronunciation and understanding word rhythms.
To determine which syllable in a word is stressed, you can follow these steps:
1. Identify the number of syllables: Count the number of vowel sounds or vowel clusters in the word. Each vowel sound or cluster usually represents one syllable. For example, the word "happy" has two syllables because it has two vowel sounds /æ/ and /i/.
2. Learn the general rules: There are some general patterns to identify which syllable is stressed in a word:
- In words with two or more syllables, the stress usually falls on the second-to-last syllable. For example, the word "banana" has three syllables, and the stress falls on the second-to-last syllable: ba-NA-na.
- There are also many exceptions to this rule. Some words may have stress on the last syllable or even on an earlier syllable. For example, "arrive" has two syllables, but the stress falls on the last syllable: a-RIVE.
3. Consult a dictionary: If you are unsure about the stress pattern of a specific word, refer to a dictionary that includes stress markers. In dictionaries, the stress is often indicated by using an apostrophe (') before the stressed syllable. For example, "explanation" is marked as ex-pla-NA-tion.
Practicing and listening to spoken English can also help you develop a better sense of word stress. Remember that it is an essential aspect of pronunciation and can impact the meaning and clarity of your spoken English.