Understanding Phonetics

by Patricia Ashby

Book Overview

Assuming little or no background knowledge and using original examples and exercises (with answers supplied), Understanding Phonetics provides you 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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0340928271
• ISBN13: 9780340928271
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"