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Stress in two-syllable words

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Hear which syllable is stressed in common words.

Listen to each sentence and write what you hear.

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Words to know

syllable
A part of a word with one vowel sound.
stress
Saying part of a word more strongly.
umbrella
An object you hold over your head when it rains.

Answer key

  1. My brother lives in a big city.“Brother” and “city” are stressed on the first syllable.
  2. We arrived at the hotel late.“Arrived” and “hotel” are stressed on the second syllable.
  3. Please open the window.“Open” and “window” are stressed on the first syllable.
  4. I forgot my umbrella again.“Forgot” and “again” are stressed on the second syllable.
  5. The doctor was very helpful.“Doctor” and “helpful” are stressed on the first syllable.

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