COMPARATIVE STUDY OF ENGLISH PHONIC SOUNDS AND PUNJABI MUHARNI: A LINGUISTIC APPROACH FOR CLASSROOM TEACHING

This article explores the phonetic structures of English and Punjabi, focusing on English phonics and the traditional Punjabi Muharni. Through a comparative analysis,it highlights similarities and differences in sound patterns, pronunciation, and articulation.The study aims to support bilingual learners by building bridges between native Phonology (Punjabi) and second language acquisition (English). Practical classroom strategies are discussed for using Punjabi Muharni as a scaffold for teaching English phonics effectively.