Definition

Relating to a pair of characters or letters that represent a single sound or a single unit of meaning in a language.

Example

The word 'ch' in 'chair' is a digraphic because it represents one sound.

Conversation

Did you notice how some words use that digraphic spelling?

Yeah, it's interesting how two letters can make one sound.

Exactly! I find digraphic words really fascinating in language.

Me too! They add so much variety to our vocabulary.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Digraphic → It is formed from "di-" (meaning two) and "grapho" (from Greek "grapho", meaning to write). The word "digraphic" refers to something that involves or relates to two forms of writing or scripts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'two' ('di-') and 'writing' ('grapho') to remember that 'digraphic' means involving two types of writing.

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