What is Syllable Stress?
one part of a longer word is said louder or stronger—this is called syllable stress.
Syllable Stress in Three-Syllable Words:
For nouns and adjectives = stress is usually on the first syllable.
For verbs = stress can be on the second syllable.
Example words with stress on the first syllable:
planet, rocket, astronaut, spacesuit, telescope, scientist, satellite, explorer