A Preliminary Study on the Problem of Pauses in English Read Speech for Students of Arts in Local Universities
Abstract
By analyzing the characteristics and causes of pauses in their English reading, it aims to propose effective strategies to improve their English
reading skills and language proficiency. Through effective investigation, this research explores the impact of pauses on the comprehensibility
and fluency of English reading, as well as the factors that contribute to inappropriate pauses. The findings of this study can provide valuable
insights for English language teaching and learning in local universities.
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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.70711/wef.v2i5.5061
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