The fully revised and new edition of the bestseller The Sounds of Language offers a clear introduction to phonetics and phonology. This textbook focuses on the physical and cognitive aspects of speech sounds without assuming prior knowledge. It is written in accessible language and suitable for teaching, self-study, and use in work contexts within language and linguistic fields.
Content and Structure
The book is structured into 24 clear chapters divided over six parts:
- Articulatory Phonetics
- Acoustic Phonetics
- Segmental Phonology
- Supra-segmental Phonology
- Interface between Phonology and Morphology
- Variation and Linguistic Change
This modular structure allows for flexible use of the content in one- or two-semester courses at various levels, from beginner to advanced.
New and Updated Content
- Addition of new chapters on Lexical Phonology, Word Structure and Sound Structure, and Variation, Probability, and Phonological Theory
- Thorough revision of chapters on sociolinguistic variation, child language acquisition, and adult language acquisition
- Renewed examples, exercises, and references to additional online support materials
Key Features
- Comprehensive and balanced treatment of theory and practice in phonetics and phonology
- Discussion of anatomy, cognitive processes, and diverse approaches within the field
- Integration of data on sociolinguistic variation and multilingualism
- Exercises and tasks that encourage data analysis and hypothesis testing
- Access to a companion website with additional exercises and audio clips
Target Audience and Use
The Sounds of Language: An Introduction to Phonetics and Phonology, Second Edition is suitable for students and teachers in the field of phonology and phonetics, both in undergraduate and beginning graduate programs. Additionally, it is valuable for training in linguistics, applied linguistics, speech science, language acquisition, and cognitive sciences.
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