Definition

A written character or symbol that represents a sound or a word in a language, often used in phonetic alphabets.

Example

In linguistics, a phonogram can be used to illustrate how sounds correspond to written symbols.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term phonogram?

Yeah, I think it's related to how we represent sounds in writing.

Exactly! I find it fascinating how one phonogram can represent different sounds in different languages.

Totally! It's amazing how much variety there is in written communication.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Phonogram → It is formed from "phone" (from Greek "phōnē", meaning voice or sound) and "gram" (from Greek "gramma", meaning something written). The word "phonogram" refers to a written symbol that represents a sound.

Memory Tip

Think of 'voice' ('phone') being represented in writing ('gram') — that's how a phonogram connects sound to written form.

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