Applied English Phonology 2e

By Mehmet Yavaş

Book Overview

Applied English Phonology has been extensively revised and expanded, using an accessible style and numerous exercises to explore the fundamental aspects of the English sound system. Covers the fundamental aspects of the English sound system, including basic phonetic elements; phonemics; allophonic rules of English consonants and vowels; phonotactics; and stress and intonation Includes brand new sections on U.S. regional vowel shifts, sociophonetic variations, and the role of perception and Optimality Theory with reference to second language phonology Accompanied by new sound files for numerous transcription exercises Incorporates extensive exercises to aid students in understanding and assimilating the material more effectively Supported by an Instructors' Manual for lecturers, available on publication at www.wiley.com/go/yavas

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1444333224
• ISBN13: 9781444333220
• Release Date: January 2011
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Length: 271 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.8" x 9.6"