Word Stress: Sentence Position -- American English Pronunciation

How does the pitch of the last word in a sentence typically compare to the words that come earlier in American English?

What is the significance of the word 'home' in the two example sentences provided?

Describe the difference in volume and pitch of the word 'home' in the two sentences discussed.

How does the downward trend in pitch relate to statements in English?

What should speakers keep in mind regarding the stress of the last word in a sentence?