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Understanding Phonology (Understanding Language) Book

This widely acclaimed textbook provides a complete introduction to the phonology of human languages ideal for readers with no prior knowledge of the subject. This skilfully written text provides a broad yet up-to-date introduction to phonology. Assuming no previous knowledge of phonology or linguistic theory the authors introduce the basic concepts and build on these progressively discussing the main theories and illustrating key points with carefully chosen examples. A wide range of phenomena are covered: speech production segmental contrasts tone quantity prosodic structure metrical relations and intonation. The main theories including feature geometry and optimality theory are introduced and their contributions to our understanding of phonology as well as their shortcomings are discussed objectively. This new edition has been updated and revised to meet the needs of today's students. Difficult points are given fuller explanation references have been updated and new exercises have been introduced to enable students to consolidate their learning.Read More

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  • Pickabook

    Carlos Gussenhoven, Haike Jacobs

  • 144411204X
  • 9781444112047
  • Carlos Gussenhoven, Haike Jacobs
  • 27 May 2011
  • Hodder Education
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 320
  • 3
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