English Intonation PB and Audio CD: An Introduction

by J.C. Wells

Intonation - the rise and fall of pitch in our voices - plays a crucial role in how we express meaning. This accessible introduction shows students how to recognize and reproduce the intonation patterns of English, providing clear explanations of what they mean and how they are used. It looks in particular at three key functions of intonation - to express our attitude, to structure our messages to one another, and to focus attention on particular parts of what we are saying. An invaluable guide to how English intonation works, it is complete with extensive exercises, drills and practice material, encouraging students to produce and understand the intonation patterns for themselves. The accompanying CD contains a wealth of spoken examples, clearly demonstrating English intonation in context. Drawing on the perspectives of both language teaching and linguistics, this textbook will be welcomed by both learners of English, and beginning undergraduates in phonetics and linguistics.

Genres: Linguistics, Nonfiction

284 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2006

About the author

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John Christopher Wells is a British phonetician and Esperanto teacher. Until 2006 he held the departmental chair in phonetics at the University College London.

Reviews

[Petra]

well, I need therapy now but at least I passed the exam

[Nika Mrak · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[Ophelia]

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[Celine · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[nico · Rating 1 out of 5]

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[Zaira · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[María Victoria · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is a clear and practical guide to English intonation. With explanations, exercises, and audio support, it’s great for both learners and teachers. The book covers key aspects like tone units, stress, and pitch variation with a structured approach. It’s a valuable resource for mastering intonation.