Prosodic Features and Prosodic Structure

The book delves into the prosodic features of speech, such as length, accent, stress, tone, and intonation, providing a detailed analysis and description of each. The author identifies specific criteria for defining these features and explores them from multiple theoretical perspectives. A key focus is the interrelationships and interdependencies among these prosodic elements, highlighting their significance in the overall structure and organization of spoken language.