Question

Look up each word in an online or print dictionary. Circle the syllable that is stressed.

Answer 1

Answer:

The stressed syllable is underlined and bold.

1. Ig-no -ble: Being dishonest and untrustworthy.

2. Spe-cious: This refers to something that seem to be right or true but is actually wrong or false.

3. Er-satz: being a usually artificial and inferior substitute or imitation

4. De-ba-cle: An event that is a complete catastrophe or sudden failure

5. Col-lat-er-al: something used as security for repayment of a loan, to be forfeited if the loan is not paid back.

6. De-mean: cause a severe loss in the dignity of and respect for someone or something

Explanation:

The stressed syllable is underlined and bold.

1. Ig-no -ble: Being dishonest and untrustworthy.

2. Spe-cious: This refers to something that seem to be right or true but is actually wrong or false.

3. Er-satz: being a usually artificial and inferior substitute or imitation

4. De-ba-cle: An event that is a complete catastrophe or sudden failure

5. Col-lat-er-al: something used as security for repayment of a loan, to be forfeited if the loan is not paid back.

6. De-mean: cause a severe loss in the dignity of and respect for someone or something