Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

diagraph

Noun

/ˈdaɪəˌɡræf/

Definition

A diagraph is a pair of letters that together represent a single sound or phoneme.

Examples

In English, the letter combinations ‘sh’, ‘ch’, and ‘th’ are examples of diagraphs.
Learning to recognize diagraphs can improve reading and spelling skills.

Meaning

Diagraphs are used in various languages to create unique sounds that are not represented by a single letter. They are important in understanding the pronunciation of words.