September 30, 2025Journal La EdusciOpen Access

EFL Learners’ Attitudes Toward Native-Like English Pronunciation Versus Intelligibility: A Study of Undergraduate Students

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Students prioritize intelligibility over native-like pronunciation when learning English.
Ten major themes emerged, including pronunciation anxiety and cultural identity's role in language learning.
A qualitative descriptive approach involved interviews and journals from English education students.
The findings suggest a need for inclusive pronunciation pedagogy in EFL settings that respects learners' identities.

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Qualitative analysis of English education students reveals priorities in intelligibility and cultural identity.

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