Description
Second Language Phonology examines the complex process of how learners acquire sound systems in a non-native language. Ellen Simon explores the intricate relationship between phonetic variation—the actual pronunciation of sounds—and phonological representations, the mental structures that organize these sounds.
The Element addresses key questions in the field: How do learners perceive and produce non-native sounds? What factors influence phonological acquisition? How do native language sound systems interfere with second language learning? Simon synthesizes current theoretical approaches and empirical findings to provide a comprehensive understanding of this essential aspect of language learning.
Ideal for students and researchers in linguistics, phonology, and language acquisition, this work bridges the gap between laboratory phonetics and theoretical phonology, offering insights into both the mechanisms of sound learning and the mental representations underlying successful pronunciation in a second language.
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