Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

phonologic

Adjective
/ˌfəʊnəˈlɒdʒɪk/
Definition
Relating to the sound system of a language and the way that sounds function in communication.
Examples
  • Phonologic awareness is critical for learning to read.
  • The phonologic structure of the language can help to predict pronunciation.
  • Some children may struggle with phonologic processing skills.
Meaning
Phonologic pertains to the rules and patterns of sounds in a given language, how these sounds are organized, and how they interact with one another.
Synonyms
  • Phonemic
  • Phonetic
  • Sound-related