This revised edition offers a comprehensive introduction to phonetics, combining theoretical insights with practical exercises. It serves as both a guide and a workbook, making it suitable for students and educators alike. The updated content reflects the latest research and teaching methods in the field, ensuring that readers gain a solid understanding of phonetic principles and their applications. Enhanced examples and exercises facilitate learning, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in the study of sounds in language.
Pamela G. Garn-Nunn Bücher


Calvert's descriptive phonetics
- 168 Seiten
- 6 Lesestunden
Now in its third edition, Calvert's Descriptive Phonetics is more lively andup-to-date than ever. This edition retains the focus and clinical applicabilityof previous editions, while adding new information, examples, and exercises toenhance student understanding.Ideal for either a one- or two-semester course, Calvert's Descriptive Phonetics encompasses the broadrange of introductory topics, such as basic consonant and vowel transcription,narrow transcription, suprasegmental features, and dialect variations. Theaccompanying Descriptive Phonetics Transcription Workbook, includes numerouslistening and transcription exercises as well as a CD-ROM to facilitate practiceoutside the classroom.Highlights of this revised edition:Coupled with its state-of-the-art workbook, Calvert's Descriptive Phonetics streamlines learningand facilitates subject mastery. It is an effective teaching tool and a valuableresource, providing all the necessary tools to further phonetics andtranscription proficiency.