HOW PHONICS INSTRUCTION IMPROVES ENGLISH PRONUNCIATION
Keywords:
phonics, pronunciation, English language learning, phonological awareness, speaking skills, reading fluency, literacy, language teachingAbstract
Phonics instruction plays a significant role in improving English pronunciation by helping learners understand the relationship between letters and sounds. It develops phonological awareness, enabling learners to recognize sound patterns and pronounce words more accurately. This article examines how systematic phonics instruction contributes to better pronunciation, reading fluency, listening comprehension, and overall communicative competence. It also discusses effective classroom strategies that combine phonics with pronunciation practice to support English language learners. The study concludes that integrating phonics into pronunciation teaching enhances learners' confidence and speaking accuracy.
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