Phonological Concepts
What Is Phonology?
Phonology is the study of the sound systems of languages. It focuses on how speech sounds are organized and patterned within a particular language, and how they are perceived and used by speakers to convey meaning. Phonology delves into the abstract aspects of sound, such as how sounds function in the mind and within a language system.
Phonology vs. Phonetics
While phonology examines the abstract, mental representations of sounds in a language, phonetics is concerned with the physical properties of these sounds. Phonetics studies the production, transmission, and reception of speech sounds, whereas phonology focuses on how those sounds are organized and used in a specific linguistic context.
Phonological Concepts
In this collection, you will learn about the following phonological concepts:
- International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)
- Voiced & Voiceless
- Stress
- Pronunciation of Word Endings
- Consonants
- Vowels
- Intonation
- Accents
- Diphthongs
Learn Phonological Concepts with LanGeek
At LanGeek, you can explore these phonological concepts in depth through our lessons, which will help you master the sounds of English. Whether you are learning about vowels, consonants, stress, or intonation, LanGeek provides clear, expert guidance to improve your pronunciation and understanding of English phonology.