We have intensively discussed speech sounds in this class. The aim has been to improve on how we pronounce words. Today, we are building on what I hope has been achieved by looking at the concept of ...

When adults speak a second language, you can oftentimes tell. Usually, it’s from what’s coming out of their mouth. But communication isn’t always verbal. Their body (and head) moves too. And according ...

Intonation is an integral part of communication for all speakers. But can sign languages have intonation? A new study shows that signers use their faces to create intonational ‘melodies’ just as ...