INVESTIGATION STUDENT’S ERRORS IN PRONOUNCING PLOSIVE CONSONANTS AT SMA NEGERI 3 KERINCI

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This study investigates the errors made by students of class XI at SMA N 3 Kerinci in pronouncing plosive consonants. This study aims to analyze the plosive consonant errors made by students and the causes of these errors. The study employs a descriptive qualitative research design, utilizing recordings and interviews to collect data. The findings indicate that students frequently make errors in pronouncing bilabial and alveolar plosive consonants. Common errors include the absence of a small explosion or popping sound and the incorrect placement of the tongue or lips. These errors are often attributed to the influence of the students' mother tongue, limited exposure to English pronunciation, and insufficient practice. The study focused on bilabial and alveolar plosives. Future studies could investigate errors in other consonant types, such as fricatives, affricates, or nasals, to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the pronunciation challenges students face.