______________is the degree of force with which a sound of syllable is uttereD ?
Correct answer: A. Stress
- A. Stress
- B. Pitch
- C. Intonation
- D. Juncture
Explanation
Stress is the relative force or prominence given to a syllable in speech, often supported by greater loudness, length, or pitch. Pitch refers specifically to the perceived highness or lowness of the voice.
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