FACTORS AFFECTING STUDENTS’ IN LEARNING ENGLISH PRONUNCIATION

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Pronunciation is an essential aspect of English learning because it enables students to communicate effectively and avoid misunderstandings. However, many learners still face difficulties in mastering English pronunciation due to various internal and external factors. This study aims to identify the factors affecting students in learning English pronunciation, focusing on ear perception, attitude and motivation, personality, individual effort and goal setting, and first language influence. The research was conducted in the English Language Education Study Program at Pakuan University selected through purposive sampling. A descriptive qualitative method was applied, using questionnaires and semi-structured interviews as instruments. The findings reveal that several internal factors significantly influence pronunciation learning. Good ear perception helps students distinguish and imitate sounds accurately. Positive attitudes and strong motivation encourage persistence and confidence during practice. Personality traits such as self-confidence and active participation also support better improvement. Additionally, individual effort and clear learning goals contribute to steady progress in mastering pronunciation. The external factor identified in this study is first language influence. Differences between the students’ mother tongue sound system and English pronunciation often lead to mispronunciations and accent interference, making certain English sounds more difficult to produce accurately. This study concludes that these internal and external factors interact to shape