Format:
1 Online-Ressource (viii, 233 pages)
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digital, PDF file(s)
Edition:
2011
ISBN:
9780511819650
Series Statement:
Cambridge introductions to the English language
Content:
The Sound Structure of English provides a clear introduction to English phonetics and phonology. Tailored to suit the needs of individual, one-term course modules, it assumes no prior knowledge of the subject, and presents the basic facts in a straightforward manner, making it the ideal text for beginners. Students are guided step-by-step through the main concepts and techniques of phonetic and phonological analysis, aided by concise chapter summaries, suggestions for further reading, and a comprehensive glossary of all the terms introduced. Each chapter is accompanied by an engaging set of exercises and discussion questions, encouraging students to consolidate and develop their learning, and providing essential self-study material. The book is accompanied by a companion website, featuring solutions to the exercises and useful additional resources. Providing the essential knowledge and skills for those embarking on the study of English sounds, it is set to become the leading introduction to the field
Content:
1. Introduction -- 2. Consonants (1) : contrastiveness -- 3. Consonants (2) : classification -- 4. Consonants (3) : classification -- 5. Syllables (1) : introduction -- 6. Syllables (2) : constituents -- 7. Syllables (3) : structure -- 8. Vowels (1) : short vowels -- 9. Vowels (2) : long vowels and diphthongs -- 10. Vowels (3) : variation -- 11. Problems, theories and representations -- Appendix : symbols used in transcription
Note:
Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 05 Oct 2015)
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9780521850360
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9780521615495
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Druck-Ausgabe McCully, Chris B., 1958 - The sound structure of English Cambridge [u.a.] : Cambridge Univ. Press, 2009 ISBN 9780521850360
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9780521615495
Language:
English
Subjects:
English Studies
Keywords:
Englisch
;
Phonologie
DOI:
10.1017/CBO9780511819650
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