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10226 Modern Hebrew Phonology
Credits: 3 intermediate credits in Linguistics or in Hebrew Language
Prerequisites: none
Recommended: Introduction to Linguistics
Authors: Uzi Ornan, Asher Laufer
The course presents an introduction to basic terms of phonology and its place in linguistics; the differentiation between theoretical terms (phonemes) and production of sounds; basic characteristics of modern and ancient Hebrew phonology and influences of other languages on it. The course is designed for students of linguistics, teachers, actors, radio and TV announcers, lecturers, and public speakers.
Topics: General introduction; Sound and pronunciation; Description of pronunciation; Introduction to acoustic phonetics; Acoustic description of pronunciation.