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In a word, a syllable is uttered with a force because of

AJuncture

BStress

CIntonation

DTone

Answer:

B. Stress

Read Explanation:

Stress refers to the degree of force applied when pronouncing a syllable, making it stand out more prominently in a word. 

  • a) Juncture:

    Juncture refers to the way words and phrases are joined together in speech, not the force with which a single syllable is uttered. 

  • c) Intonation:

    Intonation refers to the pitch of the voice when speaking, which can convey different emotions or meanings, but not the force behind a syllable. 

  • d) Tone:

    Tone can refer to the pitch of a voice in a broader sense, similar to intonation, or the specific pitch pattern of a language, but not the force of a syllable.


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