Question

select the word that means a special force or stress given to something. reggae music, which developed in jamaica in the 1960s, has a distinctive rhythm. unlike many other styles of music, reggae often features a strong drumbeat on the third beat of a measure. this emphasis on the offbeat helps give reggae its characteristic sound.

Explanation:

The word "emphasis" means a special force or stress given to something. In the context of the text about reggae music, it refers to the strong drumbeat on the third beat (offbeat) which is a key characteristic of the music style.

Answer:

emphasis