PHONETIC
(adj., noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Phonetic.
How to pronounce phonetic:
US
Phonetic - as an adjective
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."
Word Game Points
Is PHONETIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, phonetic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordPHONETIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is PHONETIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, phonetic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPHONETIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.