*ballet* ballet/ bæˈleɪ, ˈbæl eɪ /
Do you stress the first syllable or the second syllable?
To determine the stress of a word, you can consult a dictionary or use the phonetic transcription to find the location of the primary accent. In the case of "ballet," the primary stress falls on the first syllable.
Stress the second syllable.
ba - LAY