Definition

A symbol or character that represents a word or phrase, often used in writing systems.

Example

The ancient Egyptians used logographs in their hieroglyphs to convey complex ideas.

Conversation

I just learned about a new concept called a logograph today.

Oh really? What is that exactly?

It's a symbol that represents a word or phrase, like in Chinese characters.

That sounds interesting! I love how different languages use unique symbols.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Logograph → It is formed from "logo-" (from Greek "logos", meaning word or reason) and "-graph" (from Greek "grapho", meaning to write). The word "logograph" refers to a written symbol representing a word or phrase.

Memory Tip

Think of 'logos' meaning 'word' and 'grapho' meaning 'to write' — a logograph is a symbol that represents a word.

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