Big And Small O

Worksheet Description

This Word Stress worksheet provides a list of words for which students are expected to write the stress pattern. They must use a capital ‘O’ to indicate the stressed syllable and a lowercase ‘o’ for each unstressed syllable, following the example given at the top of the page. The words vary in length and complexity, including both simple and compound words, as well as words from different parts of speech. The exercise focuses on the auditory aspect of language, as students would typically need to know the pronunciation to determine the stress pattern.

The worksheet’s goal is to teach students how to identify and mark the stressed syllable in different types of words. By writing out the stress patterns, students are practicing their understanding of phonetics and improving their pronunciation skills. This skill is vital for spoken English, as correct word stress is essential for clear communication. Furthermore, it aids in listening comprehension, as recognizing stress patterns can help students discern words more accurately in natural speech.