英语口语重读规则.pptVIP

Syllable Stressed Syllable What is a syllable? A word part and the basic unit of English rhythm What is a stressed syllable? ba NAAAA na Syllable 1 Syllable 2 Syllable 3 (short) (long) (short) Stressed Syllables  Unstressed Syllables Stressed syllables are strong syllables. Unstressed syllables are weak syllables. Stressed syllables: are long have a pitch change have full vowel sounds. Unstressed syllables: are short often have a reduced vowel sound. Strong and weak syllables The vowel in a weak syllable tends to be shorter,