Weddings! 2-Syllable Words Stress in American English

The video focuses on the pronunciation of two-syllable words in American English, using 'wedding' as a primary example. It explains the importance of stress and rhythm in pronunciation, with practical examples like 'today', 'very', and 'Laura'. The video includes a conversation with Liz, discussing her connection to Laura and further pronunciation examples. It concludes with thanks to the viewers and encourages further learning through Rachel's English resources.

What is the primary focus when pronouncing the word 'wedding'?

• The length of the word

• The number of syllables

• The stressed and unstressed syllables

• The meaning of the word

Which part of the word 'wedding' is stressed?

• The first syllable

• Neither syllable

• Both syllables

• The second syllable

In the word 'today', which syllable is stressed?

• Both syllables

• The first syllable

• The second syllable

• Neither syllable

What is the stress pattern for the word 'Laura'?

• First syllable stressed

• Second syllable stressed

• Both syllables stressed

• No stress

Which syllable is stressed in the word 'college'?

• Both syllables

• Second syllable

• First syllable

• Neither syllable

In the word 'freshman', where is the stress placed?

• No stress

• On the second syllable

• On the first syllable

• On both syllables

What is the correct stress pattern for the word 'tennis'?

• No stress

• Both syllables stressed

• Second syllable stressed

• First syllable stressed