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Speech Rhythm in Varieties of English

- Evidence from Educated Indian English and British English

About Speech Rhythm in Varieties of English

Many post-colonial varieties of English, which are mostly spoken as a second language in countries such as India, Nigeria and the Philippines, are thought to have a syllable-timed rhythm, whereas first language varieties such as British English are characterized as being stress-timed.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9783662517215
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 226
  • Published:
  • August 22, 2016
  • Edition:
  • 12016
  • Dimensions:
  • 155x235x0 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 3752 g.
Delivery: 1-2 weeks
Expected delivery: December 11, 2024

Description of Speech Rhythm in Varieties of English

Many post-colonial varieties of English, which are mostly spoken as a second language in countries such as India, Nigeria and the Philippines, are thought to have a syllable-timed rhythm, whereas first language varieties such as British English are characterized as being stress-timed.

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