THE ROLE OF SUPRASEGMENTALS IN ENGLISH: STRESS, INTONATION, AND RHYTHM

Authors

  • Teshaboyeva Nafisa Zubaydulla qizi Jizzakh branch of the National University of Uzbekistan named after Mirzo Ulugbek The faculty of Psychology, department of Foreign languages Phylology and foreign languages
  • Abdurazzoqova Noila Mamarasul qizi Student of group 301-21

Keywords:

Suprasegmentals, stress, intonation, rhythm, English language, word stress, sentence stress, pitch, communication, pronunciation, fluency, language learning, stress-timed rhythm, intonation patterns, spoken English

Abstract

This article explores the critical role of suprasegmentals—
stress, intonation, and rhythm—in spoken English. It highlights how these 
features extend beyond individual sounds to shape meaning, convey emotion, 
and structure speech. Stress is examined at both the word and sentence levels, 
demonstrating its impact on meaning and emphasis. Intonation is discussed in 
terms of pitch patterns, showing its function in expressing mood, sentence types, 
and speaker attitudes. Rhythm, characterized by English's stress-timed nature, is 
presented as essential for natural speech flow. The article underscores the 
importance of suprasegmentals for effective communication, particularly for 
non-native speakers seeking fluency and clarity. It concludes by emphasizing the 
transformative power of these elements in fostering connection and enhancing 
linguistic expression.

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2024-12-19

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THE ROLE OF SUPRASEGMENTALS IN ENGLISH: STRESS, INTONATION, AND RHYTHM. (2024). FAN, TA’LIM, TEXNOLOGIYA VA ISHLAB CHIQARISH INTEGRATSIYASI ASOSIDA RIVOJLANISH ISTIQBOLLARI, 1(5), 51-57. https://universalpublishings.com/index.php/fan/article/view/8896