Sentence Stress & Rhythm (Topic 3) in Module 2 – English-Pronunciation (BG)

Sentence Stress & Rhythm

In English, content words (nouns, main verbs, adjectives, and numbers) usually carry more stress than function words like a, the, to, and of. In this topic, you’ll practice a steady rhythm by making the key words clearer while keeping the small grammar words lighter and faster. This helps your speech sound more natural and often improves speech-to-text accuracy because the important words stand out. Focus on clarity and timing—not equal stress on every word—and try to keep the sentence flowing in one smooth thought.

Sentence Stress & Rhythm

In English, content words (nouns, main verbs, adjectives, and numbers) usually carry more stress than function words like a, the, to, and of. In this topic, you’ll practice a steady rhythm by making the key words clearer while keeping the small grammar words lighter and faster. This helps your speech sound more natural and often improves speech-to-text accuracy because the important words stand out. Focus on clarity and timing—not equal stress on every word—and try to keep the sentence flowing in one smooth thought.