Two-Syllable Words:
* above
* below
* behind
* between
* compose
* degree
* record
* repeat
* return
* secret
* surprise
* tonight
Three-Syllable Words:
* amazing
* because
* believe
* between
* comfortable
* contribute
* develop
* increase
* interest
* remember
* resources
* together
Four-Syllable Words:
* beneficial
* contribution
* development
* information
* recognition
* responses
Tips for Identifying Second Syllable Stress:
* Common Patterns: Many words with second syllable stress follow patterns like "re-" (repeat, return) or "be-" (believe, below).
* Dictionary: Look for the stress mark (ˈ) in a dictionary. The symbol is usually placed before the stressed syllable.
* Practice: The more you read and listen, the more you'll naturally develop an ear for stressed syllables.
Remember, these are just examples. There are many other words with second syllable stress!