Pronunciation can be one of the most difficult parts for a language learner to master and one of the least favorite
topics for teachers to address in the classroom. There are many reasons why the teaching of ESL pronunciation is
currently less than optimally effective, and certainly it is wrong to blame anyone group, whether teachers,
pronunciation specialists, or academics. Second language pronunciation is a topic of great theoretical interest and
practical relevance which unfortunately has been out of fashion for some decades. It seems that a few
well-publicized interesting developments would help to swing this topic back into fashion among a range of people
with relevant skills and interests and put EFL learners in a position to contribute impressively to worldwide
developments in this area. EFL/ESL teachers should focus on the students’ needs, level and ability, incorporate
pronunciation into their oral skills and other classes and focus on both segmental and supra-segmental features
whenever there is opportunity and time. Pronunciation must be viewed as more than correct production of individual
sounds or isolated words. Instead, it must be viewed as a crucial and integral part of communication that should be
incorporated into classroom activities. Teachers can help students by highlighting elements such as sounds, syllables,
stress and intonation. Once the students understand the functions of these elements, they will know what to focus on
and can build upon this basic awareness. Teachers can actively encourage the students’ actual production, build
pronunciation awareness and practice through classes gradually building skills in listening and speaking in both
formal and informal situations. It can be concluded that with careful preparation and integration, pronunciation can
play an important role in supporting the learners’ overall communicative power.