Why so many IPA phonetic symbols are UPSIDE DOWN. ... In this video, Dr. James Poskett from the University of Warwick provides a historical overview of the founding of the IPA in the 19th century.

IPA Symbols and Sounds. The following chart shows some of the International Phonetic Alphabet symbols and sounds they represent. Use it to decode the words found on your "Sound Communication" handout.

IPA Symbols and Sounds. The following chart shows some of the International Phonetic Alphabet symbols and sounds they represent. Use it to decode the words found on your "Sound Communication" handout.