What are some typical phonological features of Chinese English? （ ）
A: Chinese English speakers have a tendency towards syllable-timing.
B: Diphthongs are usually shortened to long monophthongs with a lack of glide.
C: Chinese speakers of English they tend to use aspiration to contrast words rather than voicing.
D: As for intonation, a stress-timing pattern can be frequently found in Chinese speakers of English.
A: Chinese English speakers have a tendency towards syllable-timing.
B: Diphthongs are usually shortened to long monophthongs with a lack of glide.
C: Chinese speakers of English they tend to use aspiration to contrast words rather than voicing.
D: As for intonation, a stress-timing pattern can be frequently found in Chinese speakers of English.
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