TY - BOOK AU - Cole,Ashton TI - Understanding of English phonetics and phonology SN - 9781836831150 AV - P217 .C654 2025 U1 - 414 23 PY - 2025/// CY - London, United Kingdom PB - Vintage Press LTD KW - English language KW - Phonetics KW - Phonology KW - Grammar, Comparative and general N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; Introduction -- The phonetic alphabet -- Articulatory phonetics -- Acoustic phonetics -- Auditory phonetics -- Phonological and phonemic -- Suprasegmental features -- Phonological rules and processes -- Vowel reduction and weak forms -- Application of phonetics and phonology in language teaching. N2 - ""Understanding English Phonetics and Phonology" is a comprehensive guide designed to unravel the complexities of English sound systems. The book provides a clear and detailed exploration of phonetics and phonology, including the articulation, acoustic properties, and perception of speech sounds. It covers essential topics such as phoneme classification, syllable structure, stress patterns, and intonation. Through practical examples, exercises, and illustrative diagrams, readers gain a thorough understanding of how sounds function within English and their impact on communication. This book is an invaluable resource for linguistics students, language educators, and anyone interested in mastering the foundational aspects of English phonetics and phonology"-- Back cover ER -