what does it mean to stress a syllable
Stress (linguistics) In linguistics, and particularly phonology, stress or accent is relative emphasis or prominence given to a certain syllable in a word, or to a certain word in a phrase or sentence. This emphasis is typically caused by such properties as increased loudness and vowel length, full articulation of the vowel, and changes in pitch.[1][2] The terms stress and accent are often used synonymously in this context, but they are sometimes distinguished. For example, when emphasis is produced through pitch alone, it is called pitch accent, and when produced through length alone, it is called quantitative accent.[3] When caused by a combination of various intensified properties, it is called stress accent or dynamic accent; English uses what is called variable stress accent.
Hoarse voice A hoarse voice, also known as hoarseness or dysphonia, is when the voice involuntarily sounds breathy, raspy, or strained, or is softer in volume or lower in pitch.[1] It can be associated with a feeling of unease or scratchiness in the throat.[1] Hoarseness is often a symptom of problems in the vocal folds of the larynx.[1] It may be caused by laryngitis, which in turn may be caused by an upper respiratory infection, a cold, or allergies.[1] Cheering at sporting events, speaking loudly in noisy situations, talking for too long without resting one's voice, singing loudly, or speaking with a voice that's too high or too low can also cause temporary hoarseness.[1] A number of other causes for losing one's voice exist, and treatment is generally by resting the voice and treating the underlying cause.[1] If the cause is misuse or overuse of the voice drinking plenty of water may alleviate the problems.[1]