Pronunciation of polysyllabic words with the appropriate stress and intonation for example Re-gis-tra-tion, Sa-lu-ta-tion, Dup-li-ca-tion,
English Language
Speech Work
Second Term Lesson Note
Week 4
Primary 6
Pronunciation of polysyllabic words with the appropriate stress and intonation for example Re-gis-tra-tion, Sa-lu-ta-tion, Dup-li-ca-tion,
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to
- Recognize polysyllabic words
- Put stress on the right words
- Recognize the stressed and unstressed in polysyllabic words
- Pronounce polysyllabic words properly
- how to pronounce polysyllabic words with the appropriate stress and intonation
Entry Behaviour
Pupils have previous knowledge of the meaning of syllable, and Types of syllabic words
Instructional Materials
- Audio Visual Resources
- Online Dictionary
- Recommended English Textbook
- Chart
- Dictionary or pronunciation guide
- Flashcards or word cards with polysyllabic words written on them (e.g. “registration,” “salutation,” “duplication”)
Methods of Teaching
- Class Discussion
- Group Discussion
- Asking Questions
- Explanation
- Role Modelling
- Role Delegation
Reference Materials
- Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
- Workbooks
- 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
Content
What are polysyllabic words?
Polysyllabic words are words that have more than one syllable. A syllable is a unit of pronunciation that contains a single vowel sound and is typically made up of a vowel sound with one or more consonant sounds preceding or following it. For example, the word “syllable” has two syllables: syl-la-ble. Some other polysyllabic words include:
- Antidisestablishmentarianism (11 syllables)
- Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious (14 syllables)
- Honorable (4 syllables)
- Extravagant (4 syllables)
- Discombobulate (4 syllables)
Polysyllabic words can be found in many different languages and can vary in length and complexity. Some polysyllabic words are derived from other languages, while others are created by combining multiple words or adding prefixes and suffixes to existing words.
Evaluation
- What are polysyllabic words? A) Words with more than one syllable B) Words with one syllable C) Words with three or more syllables D) Words with no syllables
- Which of the following is an example of a polysyllabic word? A) Antidisestablishmentarianism B) Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious C) Honorable D) All of the above
- Polysyllabic words can be found in which languages? A) English only B) French only C) Spanish only D) Many different languages
- How are polysyllabic words created? A) By combining multiple words B) By adding prefixes and suffixes to existing words C) Both A and B D) None of the above
- Which of the following is NOT a polysyllabic word? A) Extravagant B) Discombobulate C) Syllable D) Cat
Answers: 1) A, 2) D, 3) D, 4) C, 5) D
Pronunciation of polysyllabic words
Polysyllabic words are pronounced by breaking them down into individual syllables and speaking each syllable separately. Each syllable is pronounced with a single vowel sound, and the vowel sound is typically surrounded by one or more consonant sounds.
To pronounce a polysyllabic word correctly, it’s important to pay attention to the individual sounds that make up each syllable, as well as the overall emphasis and stress patterns of the word. Some polysyllabic words may have a predictable syllable division, while others may have a more complex syllable structure. In general, it’s helpful to break the word down into smaller pieces and to practice saying each syllable slowly and clearly before attempting to say the whole word.
It’s also a good idea to listen to native speakers or to use a dictionary or pronunciation guide to help with the correct pronunciation of polysyllabic words.
Evaluation
- How are polysyllabic words pronounced? A) By breaking them down into individual syllables and speaking each syllable separately B) By speaking all the syllables together as one unit C) By stressing the first syllable and speaking the rest of the syllables quickly D) By stressing the last syllable and speaking the rest of the syllables quickly
- When pronouncing a polysyllabic word, it’s important to pay attention to which of the following? A) The individual sounds that make up each syllable B) The overall emphasis and stress patterns of the word C) Both A and B D) None of the above
- What is a helpful strategy for pronouncing a polysyllabic word correctly? A) Break the word down into smaller pieces and practice saying each syllable slowly and clearly B) Speak the whole word quickly without breaking it down into syllables C) Use a dictionary or pronunciation guide D) All of the above
- Which of the following is NOT a helpful resource for learning the correct pronunciation of a polysyllabic word? A) Listening to native speakers B) Using a dictionary or pronunciation guide C) Asking a friend or classmate D) Translating the word into another language
- Which of the following is NOT a factor that can affect the syllable division of a polysyllabic word? A) The word’s origin or language of origin B) The word’s meaning C) The word’s spelling D) The word’s context or usage in a sentence
Answers: 1) A, 2) C, 3) A, 4) D, 5) B
How to Put stress on the right words in polysyllabic words.
To put stress on the right words in polysyllabic words, it’s important to understand the concept of syllable stress. In English, syllable stress refers to the emphasis or loudness that is placed on a particular syllable in a word. Typically, one syllable in a polysyllabic word will be pronounced more loudly or with more emphasis than the other syllables.
To determine which syllable to stress in a polysyllabic word, there are a few general rules that you can follow:
- In words with two or more syllables, the stress usually falls on the syllable immediately before the last syllable. For example, in the word “banana,” the stress falls on the second syllable (“ba-NA-na”).
- In words with three or more syllables, the stress may fall on the syllable immediately before the last syllable, or it may fall on the syllable two before the last syllable. For example, in the word “important,” the stress falls on the first syllable (“im-PORT-ant”), while in the word “photograph,” the stress falls on the second syllable (“pho-TO-graph”).
- In words with prefixes or suffixes, the stress usually falls on the root word. For example, in the word “uncomfortable,” the stress falls on the root word “comfortable” (“un-COM-fortable”).
- In words with irregular stress patterns, it’s important to memorize the correct stress placement.
To practice stressing the right syllable in polysyllabic words, you can try saying the word slowly and stressing each syllable individually, or you can try listening to native speakers or using a pronunciation guide to help you determine the correct stress pattern. It’s also a good idea to practice speaking words with different stress patterns in different contexts, such as in sentences or in conversations.
Evaluation
- What is syllable stress in English? A) The emphasis or loudness placed on a particular syllable in a word B) The pronunciation of a syllable with a long vowel sound C) The pronunciation of a syllable with a short vowel sound D) None of the above
- In which type of polysyllabic words is the stress typically placed on the syllable immediately before the last syllable? A) Words with two syllables B) Words with three syllables C) Words with four or more syllables D) All of the above
- In which type of polysyllabic words is the stress sometimes placed on the syllable two before the last syllable? A) Words with two syllables B) Words with three syllables C) Words with four or more syllables D) All of the above
- In which type of polysyllabic words is the stress typically placed on the root word? A) Words with prefixes B) Words with suffixes C) Words with both prefixes and suffixes D) All of the above
- Which of the following is NOT a helpful strategy for learning to put stress on the right words in polysyllabic words? A) Saying the word slowly and stressing each syllable individually B) Listening to native speakers or using a pronunciation guide C) Practicing speaking words with different stress patterns in different contexts D) Translating the word into another language
Answers: 1) A, 2) A, 3) C, 4) D, 5) D
How to recognize the stressed and unstressed in polysyllabic words
There are several ways that grade 6 pupils can learn to recognize the stressed and unstressed syllables in polysyllabic words:
- Practice listening and repeating: One way for grade 6 pupils to learn to recognize stressed and unstressed syllables is to listen to native speakers and repeat the words after them. This can help pupils become more familiar with the rhythms and patterns of English pronunciation.
- Use a dictionary or pronunciation guide: A dictionary or pronunciation guide can provide helpful information about the stress patterns of polysyllabic words. Pupils can look up words and read the pronunciation guide to learn which syllable is stressed.
- Practice saying the words slowly: Pupils can try saying polysyllabic words slowly and stressing each syllable individually to get a sense of the stress patterns of the words.
- Use word cards or flashcards: Pupils can create flashcards or word cards with polysyllabic words written on them and practice saying the words out loud, stressing the correct syllable.
- Practice in context: Pupils can practice using polysyllabic words in sentences or in conversation to get a feel for how the words sound in context. This can also help pupils become more familiar with the meanings of the words.
It’s important for grade 6 pupils to remember that the stress patterns of polysyllabic words can be irregular and may not always follow predictable patterns. It may take some practice and exposure to the words to become comfortable with the stress patterns of polysyllabic words.
Evaluation
- What is one way for grade 6 pupils to learn to recognize the stressed and unstressed syllables in polysyllabic words? A) Practice listening and repeating after native speakers B) Use a dictionary or pronunciation guide C) Practice saying the words slowly D) All of the above
- How can pupils use a dictionary or pronunciation guide to learn the stress patterns of polysyllabic words? A) By looking up the words and reading the pronunciation guide B) By translating the words into another language C) By asking a friend or classmate D) None of the above
- What is a helpful strategy for getting a sense of the stress patterns of polysyllabic words? A) Saying the words slowly and stressing each syllable individually B) Speaking the words quickly without breaking them down into syllables C) Using flashcards or word cards D) All of the above
- How can pupils practice using polysyllabic words in context? A) By using the words in sentences or in conversation B) By writing the words on flashcards or word cards C) By listening to native speakers D) All of the above
- Are the stress patterns of polysyllabic words always predictable? A) Yes B) No
Answers: 1) D, 2) A, 3) A, 4) A, 5) B
Presentation
Lesson Introduction:
- Begin by explaining to the class what polysyllabic words are and how they are pronounced (i.e. by breaking them down into individual syllables and speaking each syllable separately).
- Emphasize the importance of correct stress and intonation in English pronunciation, and explain that these elements can affect the meaning of words.
Lesson Activities:
- Practice listening and repeating: Play recordings of native speakers saying the polysyllabic words, and have the class repeat the words after them. Encourage pupils to pay attention to the stress and intonation patterns of the words.
- Use a dictionary or pronunciation guide: Have pupils look up the polysyllabic words in a dictionary or pronunciation guide and read the pronunciation guides out loud. Encourage pupils to pay attention to the stress patterns of the words.
- Practice saying the words slowly: Have pupils say the polysyllabic words slowly, stressing each syllable individually. Encourage pupils to pay attention to the stress and intonation patterns of the words.
- Use word cards or flashcards: Have pupils practice saying the polysyllabic words out loud, using flashcards or word cards as a visual aid. Encourage pupils to pay attention to the stress and intonation patterns of the words.
- Practice in context: Have pupils practice using the polysyllabic words in sentences or in conversation. Encourage pupils to pay attention to the stress and intonation patterns of the words in context.
Lesson Review:
- Review the correct stress and intonation patterns of the polysyllabic words with the class.
- Have pupils practice saying the words out loud again, stressing the correct syllable and using the correct intonation.
Assessment:
- Have pupils create their own sentences using the polysyllabic words and say them out loud, paying attention to the stress and intonation patterns.
- Observe pupils as they say the sentences and provide feedback on their pronunciation.
Additional Practice:
- Encourage pupils to continue practicing the pronunciation of polysyllabic words on their own, using the strategies learned in class.
- Have pupils listen to recordings of native speakers saying the polysyllabic words and repeat the words after them to continue practicing their pronunciation.
