NATURE OF PHONOLOGICAL IMPEDIMENTS TO ENGLISH LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND HOW TO TACKLE THEM

This article focuses on influence of phonological impediments in learning English language in Nigeria. Phonology is an aspect of the language that highlights the study of sound systems in language learning. The importance of phonology in language learning cannot be understated because it exposes the learner on the proper pronunciation of words and good knowledge of syllabi and suprasegmental. It is on this premise that this paper discusses among other things to include, language acquisition, phonology, the importance of phoneless and phonology in pronunciation in language, phonological problems encountered by learners of English language, practice activities in teaching pronunciation among others. These concepts and ideas were discussed in line with current realities and pedagogical perspective leading to an appropriate conclusion and recommendations.