Title: English Prosody in First and Second Language Speakers
Subtitle: A contrastive interlanguage analysis across intonational dimensions
Series Title: Studies in Corpus Linguistics 120
Publication Year: 2024

Publisher: John Benjamins
http://www.benjamins.com/
Book URL: https://benjamins.com/catalog/scl.120

Author(s): Karin McClellan

eBook: ISBN: 9789027246479 Pages: 316 Price: Europe EURO 125.00
eBook: ISBN: 9789027246479 Pages: 316 Price: U.K. £ 105.00
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Hardback: ISBN: 9789027215956 Pages: 316 Price: U.K. £ 105.00
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Abstract:

Discover the intricate dynamics of L2 prosody with this pioneering study, which examines how advanced learners from Czech, German, and Spanish backgrounds engage with British and American English intonation. By employing a multidimensional approach - spanning phonetic, phonological, discourse-pragmatic, and sociolinguistic perspectives - this book provides a comprehensive overview of L2 prosodic features, highlighting patterns of intonational phrasing, f0 range, and the use of tones and uptalk. Building on foundational works by Pierrehumbert, Mennen, and Gut, this work bridges significant gaps in the field by comparing different L1 and L2 varieties, integrating diverse linguistic variables, and proposing a multifactorial model of L2 prosody. Relevant for linguists, language educators, and researchers in SLA, the findings offer valuable insights for reducing foreign accents and enhancing intelligibility, making it an essential resource for improving language teaching methodologies and learner outcomes. Dive into this essential guide and elevate your understanding of L2 prosody and its impact on effective communication.

Written In: English (eng)