diphthongs and their significance in pronounciation.pptx

plan: 1. definition and characteristics of diphthongs. 2. role of diphthongs in pronunciation. 3. diphthongs in different accents and languages. 1. definition and characteristics of diphthongs. a diphthong is a complex vowel sound that begins with one vowel and gradually transitions into another within the same syllable. unlike monophthongs, which have a single, steady vowel sound, diphthongs involve a smooth glide between two vowel positions. in english, common diphthongs include /aɪ/ (as in time), /eɪ/ (as in face), and /ɔɪ/ (as in boy). these sounds are essential for clear pronunciation and can vary between different accents. 2. role of diphthongs in pronunciation. diphthongs play a crucial role in pronunciation by affecting word clarity, syllable stress, and intonation. since diphthong...

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