Phonetics: A Practical Introduction

Speech is the primary means of knowledge, idea, and experience exchange and transmission. This book provides comprehensive and accessible coverage of the three areas of phonetics, using clear language and examples to ensure understanding. Online exercises and recordings of speech stimuli help hone perception, production, phonetic transcription skills, and acoustic analysis measurement practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 06 December 2018
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Speech, a remarkable tool employed by humans, holds unparalleled power in the exchange and transmission of knowledge, ideas, and experiences. It manifests itself physiologically through neural and muscular activity, which cascades into articulatory, acoustic, and auditory events. At the psychological level, speech operates as an abstract, rule-governed system, contributing to communication. To fully comprehend the essence of speech and its communicative role, it is essential to understand its diverse characteristics. This comprehensive book provides an in-depth exploration of the three domains of phonetics: articulatory, acoustic, and auditory or speech perception. By employing clear and concise language, it aims to demystify phonetics for students without a background in linguistics. Through the use of examples and illustrations, concepts are elucidated, ensuring a deep understanding. Each chapter concludes with engaging comprehension exercises to reinforce learning. Additionally, online exercises and recordings of speech stimuli from various languages offer valuable opportunities to enhance perception, production, phonetic transcription skills, and acoustic analysis measurement practice. By delving into the complexities of speech, this book equips readers with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the realm of communication.

Weight: 622g
Dimension: 173 x 245 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108407076