Reluctance has 3 syllables and the stress is on the second syllable.
| # | Sentence | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | We noticed his reluctance to testify. | |
| 2. | Japanese students seem not merely to be extremely reserved, but to have at times almost a complete reluctance to speak. | |
| 3. | I don't understand his reluctance to go. | |
| 4. | He feels no reluctance in acknowledging errors. | |
| 5. | He showed a great reluctance to help me. | |
| 6. | Tom doesn't understand Mary's reluctance to go out with his brother. | |
| 7. | I can understand your reluctance. | |
| 8. | It was with great reluctance that Tom finally agreed to the proposal. | |
| 9. | I don't understand Tom's reluctance to do that. | |
| 10. | I don't understand your reluctance to do that. |