Advanced: Stress Patterns in Phrasal Verbs
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Question 1 of 5
In the phrasal verb 'to BREAK down', where is the stress?
AnswerOn the particle (DOWN)Phrasal verbs typically stress the particle. BREAK DOWN. Patterns assist pronunciation.
Question 2 of 5
In the noun 'a BREAKdown', where is the stress?
AnswerOn the first element (BREAK)Noun forms stress the first element. A BREAKdown. Conversion changes stress.
Question 3 of 5
The phrasal verb 'to turn OFF' becomes the noun ___ with shifted stress
Answera TURNoffStress shifts in noun conversion. A TURNoff. Language evolves systematically.
Question 4 of 5
The verb 'to makeup' (apply cosmetics) stresses ___
AnswerUPPhrasal verbs stress the particle. MAKE UP. Cosmetics are applied.
Question 5 of 5
Why does stress matter?
AnswerIt distinguishes verb from nounStress distinguishes grammatical function. Meaning hangs in balance. Pronunciation matters.
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