recognize Stress in Compound Words

A compound word is the result of joining two individual words. The stress in Compound Words is usually heard on the first word.

Examples: keyboard /'kiːbɔːrd/

and debit card /'debɪt ˌkɑːrd/

recognize Stress in Compound Words

When there are words with more than one syllable joined together, the main stress is on the first word and a secondary stress is given to the second word.

Examples:

internet access /'ɪntənet 'ækses/ and

cyber-attack /saɪbər ə'tæk/