Crazy English: Breaking Through English Rhythm (Book + Disc)

Author: Yuan Xiao
Publisher: Yue Language Audio-Visual
Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: How can one learn pronunciation well? First, one must have a solid theoretical foundation. Without theory, it is impossible to explain phenomena clearly. When learning a language, at the very least, you need to understand the points of articulation. Only then do you know where to place your tongue, where your sounds come from, why the sounds you produce differ from others, and how to correct the sounds you mispronounce, and so on. For example, when speaking English, how to grasp rhythm and intonation involves many patterns. Once you master these patterns, you can apply them in various situations and achieve twice the result with half the effort.
Second, you can utilize similarities between your native language and the foreign language, but pay more attention to their differences. Never force your native language onto the foreign language, as doing so will only lead to awkward pronunciation.
Third, you must practice extensively. As the saying goes, "Practice makes perfect," and this is an unchanging law. It applies to everything. Only by exposing yourself, imitating, and practicing more can you master it.
The "Crazy English" series "Breaking Through English Pronunciation" is divided into three parts: "Breaking Through English International Phonetic Alphabet," "Breaking Through English Rhythm," and "Breaking Through English Intonation." Based on years of teaching experience, the author concisely explains the characteristics of English phonetic symbols, provides detailed explanations of the various patterns in English rhythm and intonation, and supplements them with abundant practice materials. This helps readers accurately and comprehensively overcome English phonetic symbols, rhythm, and intonation in the shortest time, enabling them to speak fluent and accurate English.