Dĭp'lō'măt ILLUSTRATES THE UNDERLYING LOGIC OF ENGLISH PRONUNCIATION. THE PRONUNCIATION OF APPROXIMATELY 87% OF ENGLISH VOCABULARY FOLLOWS A PRECISE, LOGICAL PATTERN. Dĭp'lō'măt clearly describes a simple series of fundamental rules that are constantly repeated throughout English vocabulary. This logical pattern allows the reader to construct the pronunciation of each individual word, enabling the reader to calculate the pronunciation of English words in much the same way that problems are solved in arithmetic and algebra. Dĭp'lō'măt is extremely concise and succinct, and the essential principles of English pronunciation can be mastered by teenagers and adults in less than 8 hours of study. Dĭp'lō'măt is written specifically for foreign learners of English and therefore places considerable emphasis on the construction of English syllables. Dĭp'lō'măt also covers many other aspects of pronunciation which are not normally considered when teaching native English speakers to read and write. The rules of pronunciation are clear and straightforward, allowing a near-perfect pronunciation of approximately 87% of English vocabulary. Dĭp'lō'măt contains numerous practice exercises and nine graded reading passages, which are highly informative and also provide examples of different writing styles. Dĭp'lō'măt is written both for individual study and for use in the classroom, and is specifically designed for adults and upper secondary and tertiary level students. Dĭp'lō'măt is an invaluable resource for teachers of English as a foreign language, as it offers the first logical approach to English pronunciation ever published. Dĭp'lō'măt is especially useful for anyone studying English for academic or professional purposes. Dĭp'lō'măt was chosen as the title of this book as it is the only profession in the world where every member speaks fluent English.