The Pronunciation of Ewe (Classic Reprint)

Description: This book presents an introduction to the complex sounds, tones, and rhythms of the Ewe language, spoken by over a million people in West Africa. The author, a leading expert in West African languages, provides a comprehensive guide to Ewe pronunciation, with detailed descriptions of vowel and consonant sounds, as well as the tonal system that gives the language its distinctive melody. The book also includes practical exercises and sample sentences to help learners develop fluency and accuracy. Ewe is a tonal language, meaning that the pitch of a syllable can change its meaning. The author provides a clear and concise explanation of the tonal system, with examples to illustrate how it works. This is essential for learners who want to speak and understand Ewe correctly. In addition to its practical value, this book also offers insights into the cultural and historical context of the Ewe language. The author discusses the role of Ewe in traditional storytelling, music, and religious practices. This broader perspective helps learners to appreciate the richness and complexity of the Ewe language and culture. Overall, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to learn to speak and understand Ewe. It provides a comprehensive and accessible guide to pronunciation, with insights into the cultural and historical context of the language. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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