Publication

2008-03-01 - Cambridge University Press

Language

English

Word Count

71,000 words, Guess

Page Count

284 pages

Physical Format

Paperback

Identifiers

  • ISBN-100521617545
  • ISBN-139780521617543
  • Library of Congress Control Number2008029278
  • OCLC Control Number227031753
  • Better World Books9780521617543
and 1 more

Classifications

  • LCCPL543.V35 2008
  • LCCPL543 .V35 2008

Description

This great book is designed for English-speaking students with no prior knowledge of the Japanese language, and includes an audio CD which demonstrates the sounds and pronunciation described. Surely an invaluable resource for students of Japanese wishing to improve their pronunciation, as well as those studying Japanese linguistics. - Explains how speech sounds are produced in Japanese (articulatory phonetics), and the system of sounds in Japanese (phonology). - Covers a range of topics including vowels, consonants, syllables, accents, intonations, and phonemics. • Gives clear comparisons with English, and provides practical advice on pronunciation. - Provides a wealth of authentic Japanese examples. • Each chapter contains exercises to help students put their knowledge into practice.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • The Sounds of JapanesePaperbackCambridge University Press2008-03-01

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