Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
orthograph
Noun
/ˌɔːrθəˈɡræf/
Definition
A standardized system of writing or spelling that represents the sounds of a language.
Examples
- The orthograph of the word ‘receive’ includes the ‘i’ before ‘e’ rule.
- Learning the orthograph of different languages can be challenging due to irregularities.
Meaning
It refers to the correct way of writing words according to the accepted conventions of a language.
Synonyms
- Spelling
- Writing system
- Transcription
