SPAN 331 - The Sounds of Spanish

4 credits
Explores the fundamentals of the Spanish sound system and its pronunciation. Topics include how sounds in Spanish are physically articulated and described (phonetics), and the ways in which sounds interact systematically when combined to form words and phrases (phonology). Additionally, students will use this knowledge to analyze and/or improve their own pronunciation, and to investigate how sound patterns change among different varieties of Spanish spoken in the US and across the world. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): SOU Spanish Placement Level 5 or SPAN 203 with a C- or better.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.