Summary  
The chapter explains how to use semantic HTML elements `em` and `strong` to convey stress emphasis and importance in text, improving accessibility and clarity for assistive technologies.

General domain of usage  
Web content accessibility

The `em` element is used for stress emphasis, while the `strong` element indicates importance. Using these elements semantically improves accessibility and clarity for all users. When you use `em` and `strong` correctly, you help screen readers and other assistive technologies convey meaning, not just appearance, to users.

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Avoid using `em` and `strong` purely for visual styling. Use them to convey meaning, which benefits users of screen readers and other assistive technologies.

Note

What is the main difference between the `em` and `strong` elements in HTML?

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Emphasizing Important Text