The phrase "second syllable" refers to the sound or part of a word that comes after the first break or pause in pronunciation. It is a way to divide words into smaller parts to help understand and pronounce them correctly.
Sentences with «second syllable»
And today, his coined four - letter second syllable portion of the i.d. word that is pretty much self - explanatory. (remonline.com)
Put the emphasis on the second syllable. (inc.com)
But don't say it like «Ellen» — the second syllable is pronounced kind of like «lawn.» (inc.com)