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PHONETIC

(adj., noun)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Phonetic.

How to pronounce phonetic:

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Phonetic - as an adjective

Of or relating to speech sounds

Example: "Phonetic transcription"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
phonic

Of or relating to the scientific study of speech sounds

Example: "Phonetic analysis"

Phonetic - as a noun

In such writing systems as the chinese writing system, the portion of a phono-semantic character that provides an indication of its pronunciation; contrasted with semantic (which is usually the radical).

Example Sentences

"English is not a completely phonetic language."
"To help with pronunciation, the teacher used phonetic symbols."
"Linguists analyze the phonetic properties of speech sounds."
"The phonetic transcription of the word 'cat' is /kæt/."
"Many learners find it challenging to understand the phonetic differences between similar sounds."
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Word Game Points

Is PHONETIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, phonetic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PHONETIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is PHONETIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, phonetic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PHONETIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is PHONETIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, phonetic is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PHONETIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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