THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PHONICS AND PRONUNCIATION IN ENGLISH LEARNING
Keywords:
phonics, pronunciation, English language learning, phonological awareness, reading, speaking, literacy, language teachingAbstract
English has become one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, making effective communication in English an essential skill for students, professionals, and global citizens. Among the many components of language learning, phonics and pronunciation play fundamental roles in developing learners' reading, speaking, and listening abilities. Although these concepts are closely connected, they serve different purposes in language acquisition. Phonics focuses on the relationship between letters and sounds, while pronunciation emphasizes the correct production of speech sounds, stress, rhythm, and intonation. This article explores the relationship between phonics and pronunciation in English learning, highlighting their individual functions, their similarities and differences, and their combined contribution to language proficiency. The paper also discusses effective teaching strategies that integrate phonics and pronunciation instruction to improve learners' overall communicative competence.
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