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ROMANIZING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Romanizing.

Romanizing - as a verb

To put letters or words written in another writing system into the latin (roman) alphabet.

Example: "The author romanizes chinese names using the wade–giles system rather than the pinyin system."

(usually capitalized) to bring under the authority or influence of rome.

(usually capitalized) to make or become roman in character or style.

(usually capitalized) to make or become roman catholic in religion (by conversion), character or style.

To fill with latin words or idioms.

Example Sentences

"The romanizing of Japanese names makes it easier for non-Japanese speakers to read and pronounce them."
"Many language learners rely on romanizing to understand the pronunciation of foreign words."
"The romanizing of Chinese characters allows for easier input using a QWERTY keyboard."
"Some scholars argue against the romanizing of indigenous languages in order to preserve their cultural identity."
"The romanizing of ancient Greek texts helps make them accessible to a wider audience."
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Word Game Points

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

ROMANIZING has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is ROMANIZING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, romanizing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ROMANIZING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.

Is ROMANIZING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, romanizing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ROMANIZING has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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