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Wednesday, June 27, 2012

We Are Our Pronunciation

Pronunciation of words in a language is what defines us in a group, and as a group. It is to use an  analogy, what unites us to our musical band.

Grammar is important, and we learn grammar gradually, mostly by practice and experience. Vocabulary never ends. We always learn new words. That never stops. However, first appearance is so important. If you mess up on grammar or use the wrong word, that is not so bad. It is not as bad as not being able to pronounce words. People will know something about you from your pronunciation of words. Work on pronunciation, by listening to native speakers and speaking with native speakers. Don't worry about grammar or vocabulary errors. Work, work, work on pronunciation. The harmony or music in a language is its pronunciation. Every language has music. Pronunciation is like playing the musical instruments correctly and in sync with the others. Don't be shy about practicing your pronunciation. Pronunciation is the song of language. Punctuation brings order to the sounds of language, and is a valuable component of pronunciation.

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