Although the study reported here focused on segmentals, we support
the current trend in pronunciation pedagogy that emphasizes both
segmentals and suprasegmentals. We also hope that future studies will try
to pinpoint, forJapanese EFL speakers and for EFL speakers of other LI
backgrounds, what particular aspects of the suprasegmentals most contribute
to global foreign accent and problems in comprehensibility. Only
a pronunciation curriculum that is based on a careful identification of
learners' needs can expect to articulate the proper balance between a
focus on suprasegmentals and a focus on segmentals.