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Common challenges faced by EFL learners from "summary" of Teaching EFL Pronunciation: Why, What and How? by M Maniruzzaman
EFL learners often encounter a range of obstacles as they strive to improve their pronunciation skills. One common challenge is the interference of the learners' native language sounds with the target language sounds. This can result in mispronunciations and difficulties in effectively communicating in English. For example, a Japanese learner might struggle with pronouncing the English "r" sound due to the absence of this sound in Japanese. Another issue faced by EFL learners is the lack of exposure to authentic English pronunciation. Without sufficient exposure to native speakers or opportunities to practice pronunciation, learners may struggle to accurately reproduce English sounds. As a result, their speech may sound unnatural or difficult to understand for native speakers. Furthermore, the complexity of English pronunciation rules and patterns can be overwhe...
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