Description

Assuming little or no background knowledge and using original examples and exercises (with answers supplied), Understanding Phonetics provides with an accessible introduction to the basics of phonetics and a comprehensive analysis of traditional phonetic theory--the articulation and physical characteristics of speech sounds.

Examples from a wide range of languages are presented throughout using symbols of the International Phonetic Alphabet. To help develop skills in this alphabet, Understanding Phonetics includes ear-training exercises that are freely available online, along with audio files of authentic listening material, at www.hodderplus.com/linguistics.

Features

• Free access to audio material available on www.hodderplus.com/linguistics
• Integrated exercises throughout to test understanding
• Covers sound systems of languages other than English

Reviews

"This volume is an excellent introduction into the field of phonetics. It presents an impressive account of the articulatory, acoustic and perceptual aspects of human speech sounds. What makes this book especially useful are the various exercises in the chapters, and the addition of online audio materials to let readers develop their practical skills with ear-training exercises."--Marc Swerts, Tilburg University, The Netherlands

Product Details

290 pages; 175 illus.; ISBN13: 978-0-340-92827-1ISBN10: 0-340-92827-1

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