IMPROVING STUDENTS’ PRONUNCIATION THROUGH PHONETIC DRILLS
Keywords:
pronunciation, phonetic drills, English language teaching, phonetics, speaking skills.Abstract
Pronunciation plays a crucial role in effective communication in a foreign language. Even learners with strong grammatical knowledge and a wide vocabulary may face communication difficulties if their pronunciation is inaccurate. This thesis explores the effectiveness of phonetic drills in improving students’ pronunciation skills in English language teaching. Phonetic drills help learners develop accurate articulation, stress, rhythm, and intonation patterns. The study highlights the importance of systematic pronunciation practice and demonstrates how phonetic drills contribute to learners’ confidence and communicative competence.
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