How do you find the accented syllable of a word?

Answer 1

The most usual way of finding the accented syllable of a word is to listen to how people pronounce that word. If there is a preponderant type of pronunciation, which is to say, a pronunciation that is used by most people, chances are it is correct (although if you are living in a community with its own dialect, you will only learn what is correct for that dialect, not necessarily what is more generally accepted as correct English). The other way is to check a dictionary. Dictionaries give spelling and pronunciation, including accents on syllables, for the words that they define.

Answer 2

To find the accented syllable of a word, you can do the following:

1. Consult a dictionary: Look up the word in a reliable dictionary that provides pronunciation information. The accented syllable is usually indicated with a stress mark (') or a bolded syllable.

2. Understand pronunciation rules: In many languages, there are certain patterns and rules that can help determine the accented syllable. Understanding these rules can assist you in identifying the stressed syllable in a word.

3. Listen for emphasis: In spoken language, native speakers tend to emphasize certain syllables more than others. By listening carefully to how a word is pronounced by native speakers, you can often hear where the stress falls.