Designed for English speakers with no prior Japanese experience, this introductory guide focuses on mastering Japanese pronunciation. It comes with an audio CD that provides clear demonstrations of the sounds and pronunciation techniques discussed. 1 This resource is essential for Japanese language learners aiming to enhance their pronunciation skills and for those studying Japanese linguistics. The book explains how Japanese speech sounds are created (articulatory phonetics) and the overall sound system (phonology). 1 It covers various aspects like vowels, consonants, syllables, accents, intonation patterns, and phonemics. 1 By offering clear comparisons to English and practical pronunciation tips, alongside numerous authentic Japanese examples, this book helps learners effectively understand and produce Japanese sounds. Each chapter also includes exercises to reinforce learning through practice. 2
Additional Product Info :
ISBN 10 :
1482235072
ISBN 13 :
9781482235074
Publisher :
TAYLOR & FRANCIS
Language :
English
Dimensions :
7.5 x 2 x 10
Item Weight :
2.92 kg