Introductory Phonetics and Phonology

Name: Introductory Phonetics and Phonology
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

This volume offers a practical understanding approach to phonetics and the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) in a workbook format. The IPA was devised to help speech/language researchers, individuals learning English as a second language and others interested in correct pronunciation. > Success in mastering any language requires knowledge in speaking, reading, and writing the language. The speaking component requires the understanding and use of correct pronunciation, emphasis, and syntactic patterns. The written component requires mastery of the alphabet, spelling, and the ability to write, print, or type the pattern. Very early in the learning process, speakers of the English language become keenly aware of the language's lack of sound to symbol correspondence. To help speech/language researchers, media personnel, individuals learning English as a second language, and others interested in correct pronunciation, the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) was devised. Extensiv.