Listening Comprehension 3Syllable Words American English
In this American English pronunciation video,
we’re going to test your ability to identify
stress patterns in three-syllable words.
This listening comprehension video is based
on a teaching video I did earlier on three-syllable
words. We have three possible stress patterns:
DA-da-da, da-DA-da, and da-da-DA. When you
hear a word, try to identify the correct
pattern. If you’re not sure, try the word
just on ‘da’, like da-DA-da. Taking away the
sounds might help you focus on the stress.
interview
DA-da-da
Stress is on the first syllable.
overcharge
da-da-DA
Stress here is on the last syllable.
tomorrow
da-DA-da
Stress here is on the middle syllable.
yesterday
DA-da-da
Here, stress is on the first syllable.
undergo
da-da-DA
Here, stress is on the last syllable.
fifty-three
da-da-DA
Again, stress is on the last syllable.
customer
DA-da-da
Here, stress is on the first syllable.
employer
da-DA-da
Stress here is on the middle syllable.
recently
DA-da-da
Stress is on the first syllable.
another
da-DA-da
Stress in this word is on the middle syllable.
expertise
da-da-DA
Stress here is on the last syllable.
related
da-DA-da
Here, stress is on the middle syllable.
overwhelm
da-da-DA
Here, stress is on the last syllable.
Paying attention to rhythmic contrast will
definitely help you sound more American. As
you learn a new word, learn its stress pattern
as well.
That’s it, and thanks so much for using Rachel’s
English.