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The Sounds of the French Language - Softcover

Paul Passy

 
9781331921592: The Sounds of the French Language

Synopsis

This book, written by a pioneer in phonetics, unpacks the fascinating world of language and its sounds for the eager learner. It navigates the realm of speech sounds, delving into how the human voice, in conjunction with ingenious articulations of the mouth and other speech organs, creates the building blocks of language. The author masterfully intertwines the science of acoustics with the practicalities of how we produce sounds, categorizing them into vowels, consonants, and other elements that form the basis of all languages. By examining real-world examples in conversational settings, this book invites readers to delve into the depths of language, uncovering the subtleties and complexities that often go unnoticed.

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About the Author

Daniel Jones teaches at the University of Sussex.

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