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unstressed
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referring to syllables or segments within words or utterances that receive less emphasis or prominence compared to stressed syllables
Example
Unstressed syllables play a crucial role in the rhythm and flow of speech, contributing to the natural cadence of language.
In spoken language, unstressed syllables can be pronounced more quickly than stressed syllables.
Short syllables often appear in unstressed positions within words.
In rapid speech, we often obscure vowels in unstressed syllables.
He scanned the lyrics of the song to identify the stressed and unstressed syllables in each line.
