Mohammad Jamalzad - Assistant professor, Farabi Faculty of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran.

This study investigates the pronunciation of the Russian sound [Ы] among Iranian students, comparing their articulation to standard Russian pronunciation. It identifies specific challenges faced by these learners and proposes targeted exercises aimed at improving their accent. Given the lack of a natural language immersion environment, it is essential to explore effective methods for enhancing language skills. The influence of students' native language can either facilitate or impede the acquisition of a second language. Findings from this research reveal that while attaining native-like pronunciation poses significant challenges, dedicated practice can enable students to approximate the pronunciation of native Russian speakers. This capability is vital for achieving the primary objective of language learning: effective communication. The article provides a detailed examination of the duration, intensity, and formants (F۱ and F۲) of the target sound, facilitating the identification of atypical tongue movements and lip configurations. Through this analysis, the study contributes to a deeper understanding of pronunciation challenges in second language acquisition, particularly in the context of Iranian learners studying Russian.This study investigates the pronunciation of the Russian sound [Ы] among Iranian students, comparing their articulation to standard Russian pronunciation. It identifies specific challenges faced by these learners and proposes targeted exercises aimed at improving their accent. Given the lack of a natural language immersion environment, it is essential to explore effective methods for enhancing language skills. The influence of students' native language can either facilitate or impede the acquisition of a second language. Findings from this research reveal that while attaining native-like pronunciation poses significant challenges, dedicated practice can enable students to approximate the pronunciation of native Russian speakers. This capability is vital for achieving the primary objective of language learning: effective communication. The article provides a detailed examination of the duration, intensity, and formants (F۱ and F۲) of the target sound, facilitating the identification of atypical tongue movements and lip configurations. Through this analysis, the study contributes to a deeper understanding of pronunciation challenges in second language acquisition, particularly in the context of Iranian learners studying Russian.

Russian Vowel, Praat Software, Acoustic Characteristics, Articulation, Intensity, Duration, Formant