English Pronunciation: A Brief Guide for Spanish Speakers - Paperback

by Shawn Moksvold (Author)

THIS BOOK IS A FIRST EDITION. An updated and revised edition is available by the same author: "English Pronunciation: A Brief Guide for Spanish Speakers (Second Edition). The new edition includes new chapters on challenging English sounds, including abbreviations, spelling and expressions in technology and social media. There are also links to all new polished and updated supplemental audio tracks.

This easy-to-read pronunciation guide helps language learners speak English more clearly and confidently, using everyday language examples and special exercises for both self-study and collaborative work. It shows how speakers of English as a foreign language can avoid being misunderstood in various contexts. The book examines how the Spanish language influences English pronunciation, concentrating on 11 fundamental pronunciation issues that have been observed in Spanish speakers of all ages around the world. The online audios (downloadable and accessible both by QR code and website link) feature native speakers communicating in real-life words and sounds. Learners can practice their listening skills and compare their own speaking to standard English accents and pronunciation.