INNOVATIVE APPROACHES TO PHONETIC TRAINING FOR ENHANCED MEDIA BROADCASTING PERFORMANCE
Authors: Nnena Chiamaka Nwokedi
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17465967
Published: July 2024
Abstract
<p><em>Pronunciation plays a crucial role in language acquisition, as non-native speakers are often distinguished by how they pronounce words in a target language. English, with its complex phonetic system, presents significant challenges for non-native speakers, particularly in terms of correct pronunciation. The absence of one-to-one correspondence between spelling and pronunciation, coupled with the presence of sounds that are uncommon in other languages, makes it particularly difficult for non-native speakers, especially Nigerians, to master English pronunciation. Additionally, learning English at a later stage, after proficiency in the native language has already been established, and being taught by non-native speakers can further complicate the process. English contains 44 phonemic sounds, consisting of 24 consonant sounds and 20 vowel sounds, which differ from the 26 letters of the English alphabet. These sounds are produced by the airflow passing through the vocal cords and mouth for oral sounds and through the nose for nasal sounds. Voiceless and voiced sounds are created depending on how the vocal cords adjust to the airflow. Understanding these phonetic nuances is key to improving English pronunciation skills and ensuring effective communication. This paper explores the challenges faced by non-native speakers in mastering English pronunciation, focusing on the phonetic characteristics of English that make it a difficult language to pronounce correctly for learners, particularly in the Nigerian context.</em></p> <p><strong> </strong></p>
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