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What is the purpose of word stress in English?
Which type of language system is English considered to be?
What are common problems associated with word stress?
What can incorrect word stress lead to?
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Why is proper word stress essential for IELTS speaking tests?
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Study Notes
- Syllables are individual sounds within words, with words having one or more syllables depending on their length.
- Word stress is crucial for being easily understood in English, where stressing a syllable involves making it louder, higher, and longer.
- English is a stress-based language system, while other languages like French, Italian, and Spanish are syllable-based.
- Common problems with word stress include too much stress, placing stress in the wrong place, and stressing every syllable evenly.
- Incorrect word stress can lead to misinterpretations of words like "robot" or "personality".
- Practice exercises were provided to demonstrate correct word stress placement in words like "reward", "gradually", "shaping", "calamari", and "money".
- Applying proper word stress is essential for IELTS speaking tests to enhance clarity and understanding.
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Description
Improve your English pronunciation by mastering word stress and syllables. Learn about syllables in English words, the importance of word stress for clarity, and common mistakes to avoid. Practice correct word stress placement with exercises like 'reward', 'gradually', 'shaping', 'calamari', and 'money'. Ideal for IELTS speaking test preparation.
