Some Rules of English Pronunciation
https://www.speedmathematics.com/phonics.PDFThere are rules for pronunciation of English words — they are seldom taught. Here are some myths about the English language and phonics. 1 English words are not pronounced as they are written. 2 There are no rules to English pronunciation. 3 Good readers don't “sound out” words. 4 Sounding out is incompatible with understanding.