Decoding English
Decoding American English: Why We Pronounce and Spell Words the Way We Do
An Essential Guide for ESL Learners, Teachers, and Curious Minds
Why is "knight" spelled with a silent "K"?
Why do "read" and "read" look the same but sound different?
And why is English spelling so… confusing?
Decoding American English breaks down the mystery behind the rules, patterns, and exceptions that make English one of the most puzzling—and fascinating—languages to learn. Whether you’re an ESL learner, teacher, linguist, or language lover, this book helps you understand the "why" behind how English looks and sounds.
Inside, you’ll discover:
The history and evolution behind modern American pronunciation and spelling
How to spot patterns and rules that explain tricky words
A breakdown of silent letters, phonics, vowel sounds, and common exceptions
Easy-to-follow charts, spelling patterns, and pronunciation guide
This is Volume 1 of a growing series that will go deeper into decoding English—one sound, one rule, one word at a time.
Whether you're teaching English, learning it, or just fascinated by how language works, this book will sharpen your understanding and boost your confidence in speaking, reading, and spelling American English.
Decoding American English: Why We Pronounce and Spell Words the Way We Do
An Essential Guide for ESL Learners, Teachers, and Curious Minds
Why is "knight" spelled with a silent "K"?
Why do "read" and "read" look the same but sound different?
And why is English spelling so… confusing?
Decoding American English breaks down the mystery behind the rules, patterns, and exceptions that make English one of the most puzzling—and fascinating—languages to learn. Whether you’re an ESL learner, teacher, linguist, or language lover, this book helps you understand the "why" behind how English looks and sounds.
Inside, you’ll discover:
The history and evolution behind modern American pronunciation and spelling
How to spot patterns and rules that explain tricky words
A breakdown of silent letters, phonics, vowel sounds, and common exceptions
Easy-to-follow charts, spelling patterns, and pronunciation guide
This is Volume 1 of a growing series that will go deeper into decoding English—one sound, one rule, one word at a time.
Whether you're teaching English, learning it, or just fascinated by how language works, this book will sharpen your understanding and boost your confidence in speaking, reading, and spelling American English.
Decoding American English: Why We Pronounce and Spell Words the Way We Do
An Essential Guide for ESL Learners, Teachers, and Curious Minds
Why is "knight" spelled with a silent "K"?
Why do "read" and "read" look the same but sound different?
And why is English spelling so… confusing?
Decoding American English breaks down the mystery behind the rules, patterns, and exceptions that make English one of the most puzzling—and fascinating—languages to learn. Whether you’re an ESL learner, teacher, linguist, or language lover, this book helps you understand the "why" behind how English looks and sounds.
Inside, you’ll discover:
The history and evolution behind modern American pronunciation and spelling
How to spot patterns and rules that explain tricky words
A breakdown of silent letters, phonics, vowel sounds, and common exceptions
Easy-to-follow charts, spelling patterns, and pronunciation guide
This is Volume 1 of a growing series that will go deeper into decoding English—one sound, one rule, one word at a time.
Whether you're teaching English, learning it, or just fascinated by how language works, this book will sharpen your understanding and boost your confidence in speaking, reading, and spelling American English.