Phonological awareness and AI in ESL education: Mitigating epenthesis and emphasis errors through etymology-informed training

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Authors: Shaheena Jaleela Faizal, Kawkab Abdulaziz Al Balushi, Faizal Hajamohideen
DOI: 10.1201/9781003778882-34
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Abstract

This research explores how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can support ESL learners in overcoming common phonological challenges – particularly epenthesis (the insertion of extra sounds) and emphasis errors (incorrect stress and intonation). The study aims to help learners understand words’ historical and phonetic roots by integrating etymological insights. This study explains the methods for rectifying problems in pronunciation and improving learners’ understanding of English phonological patterns.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Phonetics and Phonology Research EFL/ESL Teaching and Learning Second Language Acquisition and Learning

Publication details

Journal / source
CRC Press eBooks
Pages
292–295
Publication date
5 March 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter