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9780138170233

Fundamentals of Phonetics: A Practical Guide for Students

by Larry H. Small; Chao-Yang Lee
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    0138170231

  • eBook ISBN(s):

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  • Edition: 6th
  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2024-04-25
  • Publisher: Pearson Education (US)
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Fundamentals of Phonetics: A Practical Guide for Students, 6th Edition

ISBN: 9780138170233

Fundamentals of Phonetics: A Practical Guide for Students is a comprehensive textbook designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles of phonetics and transcription. This 6th edition, written by Larry H. Small and Chao-Yang Lee, is a go-to resource for students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of phonetics principles and transcription techniques.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in phonetics courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of phonetics, including speech therapists, linguists, and language learners.

History and Editions

The 6th edition of Fundamentals of Phonetics has been updated to address key concepts in phonetic transcription, incorporating current census data and more. This edition includes detailed updates on transcription techniques, acoustic characteristics of speech sounds, and dialectical variations.

Author and Other Works

Larry H. Small and Chao-Yang Lee are the authors of Fundamentals of Phonetics. Larry Small is known for his systematic approach to teaching phonetics, while Chao-Yang Lee brings his expertise in speech acoustics to the text, ensuring that it remains current and relevant.

Key Features

  • Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in phonetics, including transcription of consonants and vowels, connected speech, and speech sound disorders.
  • Practical Skills: It uses in-text exercises to teach the practical skills necessary for successful phonetic transcription using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).
  • Acoustic Characteristics: A chapter on speech acoustics introduces spectrograms and the acoustic characteristics of speech sounds.
  • Dialectical Variation: The book also covers transcription of individuals who display regional and ethnic dialectal variations of speech, including those who have learned to speak English as a second language.

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ISBNs and Formats

  • Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780138170233
  • eTextbook Rental: Available with instant access, search, highlight, and note capabilities, as well as the ability to create flashcards[1][3].
  • Access Code: Available for purchase with a one-time fee of $50.94 USD[3].

Publication Details

  • Publisher: Pearson
  • Publication Date: June 8, 2025 (paperback), August 8, 2024 (eTextbook)[1][4].
  • Number of Pages: 408 pages (paperback)[4].
  • Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

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  • 9780135332207
  • 9780138170097
  • 9780138285234

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