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Study of the speech sounds used in English as they are represented by the
written symbols of the alphabet. Recognition techniques of spelling
patterns and the resulting pronunciation. Syllabication and accent
principles which determine pronunciations and definitions of words.
Examination of the influences of other languages on current spelling
patterns and standard pronunciations. Study of common diacritical markings
used to indicate pronunciations as presented in most dictionaries.
Prerequisites: None.
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