This video is the second of two videos on word stress. Please watch Part 1 first as it gives you the introduction to this topic.
In this video, Part 2, we are going to have a look at why word stress is so important and how incorrect word stress can distort the pronunciation of a word so listeners might not recognise it or misunderstand you.
Then we are going to have a look at the 8 rules of word stress and words that are often mispronounced. Last but not least, there is a little test for you!