How will you know if a two syllable word is noun or verb?

You can't tell if a two-syllable word is a noun or verb just by looking at it. Here's why:

* Many words can be both nouns and verbs: "Record," "present," "contract," "permit," "print," "address" – all these words can function as either.

* Context is key: You need to examine the sentence to determine the word's function. Look for clues like:

* Articles: "The" and "a" usually precede nouns. ("The record is broken")

* Prepositions: Words like "on," "in," "to," "from," "at" often follow nouns. ("The record is on the shelf")

* Verbs: Look for a verb in the sentence. The two-syllable word might be the verb if it shows an action or state of being. ("They record the music")

Here's an example:

* "He gave a present to his friend." (Present is a noun)

* "They present the award to the winner." (Present is a verb)

To be sure, you need to consider the sentence and its structure.