A Phonological Study of English Spoken by College Students

Pronunciation is a fundamental aspect of effective communication in English, especially for learners who acquire it as a second language. In India, although English is taught from early education stages, pronunciation often remains underemphasized, leading to intelligibility issues among learners. This study focuses on the phonological patterns of English spoken by Telugu-speaking women college students, specifically examining fricatives, plosives, affricates, and approximants. Employing a descr