Spoken English: The Basics

Spoken English: The Basics offers a clear, non-jargonistic introduction to what the study of spoken English entails, ranging from its basic phonology and the grammar and vocabulary of speaking to the role of speaking in society. The book describes and illustrates how spoken English is used in a globalised and technology-led world, using data from a range of contexts.

Key features of this book include:

• An introduction to the basics of the study of phonology, accents, and dialects

• Discussion...