Introduction to Arabic Phonology
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2023-01-06
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Department of Arabic, University of Ilorin
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INTRODUCTION TO ARABIC PHONOLOGY
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An attempt to study the similarities and differences between particular languages, does not describe certain aspects of the languages alone but also highlights the points of convergence and divergence in the languages concerned, for theoretical and pedagogical purposes.
This book is an effort made purposely to train the students of Arabic studies on the production of sounds. It is believed that a proper grounding in this aspect of linguistics would be a better motivation for accurate and correct learning and teaching. The fact that Arabic being a functional language of education and the tongue of the holy Qur'an which must be recited correctly by all Muslims actively| served as motivation for the book.
This edition is a slightly revised version of my lecture notes series that had been chapterised into four. The book as a reflection of its title centers on the concept and significance of Arabic phonology, the historical background and the contributions of early Muslim linguists, description of the organs of speech, based on the place of articulation, manner of articulation and the position of vocal cords.
At this juncture, I would like to express my profound gratitude to Department of Arabic, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, for publishing this third edition of the book and everyone who had contributed constructively to the success of the work. Above all, I thank Allah the Almighty for His mercy.
Keywords: Introduction, Arabic, Phonology
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INTRODUCTION, ARABIC, PHONOLOGY