Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

phoneticism

noun

/fəˈnɛtɪsɪz(ə)m/

Definition

A system of writing or spelling in which characters represent the sounds of speech.

Examples

The use of phoneticism in linguistics helps clarify pronunciation across different languages.
In some languages, phoneticism plays a crucial role in teaching literacy to children.
Phoneticism is often seen in dictionaries that include phonetic spellings of words.

Meaning

Phoneticism refers to the practice or principle of using symbols to depict the sounds of speech, making it easier to pronounce words accurately based on written forms.