n.

1. 強調，重視，重點[C][U][（+on/upon）]
   They put emphasis on quality rather than on quantity.

   他們重質不重量。

2. 【語】加強語氣
3. 【語】重音[U]
   In the word "employ" the emphasis is on the second syllable.

   "employ"這個字中，重音在第二個音節上。

n.

1. special importance, value, or prominence given to something.
2. stress laid on a word or words in speaking.