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초록/요약

Nowadays, Koreans are deeply esteemed to improve their English ability. Especially, in order to succeed in reading, readers must be aware of spelling and pronunciation for the phonetic purpose. Most importantly, the beginners have to be trained based on the individual words which mostly consist of phonetic elements. Understanding the unique sounds of English letters and words is crucial, as ignorance of these phonetic basics can hinder comprehension. Providing readers with accurate phonetic information, it is vital to aid the transition from Korean (L1) to English (L2). A comprehensive reading program should encompass phonological awareness, phonemic awareness, phonics, oral blending, decoding, spelling support, and sight word study. Typically, these programs employ an ESP approach, emphasizing learning based on native language principles to improve reading skills. This method facilitates understanding the specific patterns of English sounds in comparison to Korean. Since Korean education traditionally does not focus on teaching phonetics based on native language sounds, this approach is significant. It will help learners to grasp the precise American phonetic patterns, enabling them to accurately pronounce English words. This strategy is pivotal in helping Korean learners apply their knowledge to achieve correct pronunciation of target words in English.