stress
US /stres/
UK /stres/
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重音, 強調
emphasis given to a particular syllable or word in speech, typically through a higher pitch or greater intensity
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The stress is on the first syllable of 'present' (noun).
“present”（名詞）的重音在第一個音節上。
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He put particular stress on the word 'never'.
他特別強調了“never”這個詞。
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強調, 著重
give particular emphasis or importance to (a point, statement, or idea)
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The report stresses the need for immediate action.
報告強調了立即採取行動的必要性。
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He stressed that safety was their top priority.
他強調安全是他們的首要任務。
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使緊張, 使煩惱
subject to mental or emotional strain
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Don't stress yourself out over small things.
不要為小事煩惱。
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The constant demands began to stress him.
持續的需求開始讓他感到壓力。