1. Spelling and pronunciation

This chapter deals with two problems in the study of the pronunciation of a foreign language.  One is the spelling of English as a confusing factor.  The other problem is interference from our native language (our L1).

The chapter consists of the following parts:

1.1 Two Problems

1.2 Spelling as a confusing factor

1.3.1 Spelling pronunciations – homophones?

1.3.2 Spelling pronunciation – inconsistencies

1.4 A transcription system for GA

1.5 The consonants of GA

1.6 The vowel system of GA

1.7 Using J.C. Well’s LPD

1.8 The King of the Birds