orthography

Meanings

• noun

  the systematic arrangement of letters or other symbols in words or in writing

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Pronunciation

1. /ɔɹˈθɑɡ.ɹə.fi/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

orthoepy , orthography

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Variants

List of all variants of orthography that leads to same result
orthographies , orthography

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Greek orthos 'correct' + graphein 'write'. Early 15c., 'correct arrangement of letters'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Orthography was once a required subject in school.

2. The first known use of the term 'orthography' was in a Latin text from the 15th century.

3. Orthography is important for clear communication and avoiding misunderstandings.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. orthography rules: A set of rules that specify the correct way to write a language.

2. orthographic mapping: The process of assigning written symbols to spoken words in a language.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Orthography has played a significant role in the development of written languages and literacy. It has been the subject of extensive study in linguistics and education.

How to Memorize "orthography"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the letters in the word 'orthography' arranged in a neat row.
   - Visualize the letters forming the word as you say it aloud.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of correct writing.
   - Think of the word as a synonym for 'correct spelling'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Oranges Are Really High In Potassium' to remember the order of the letters in 'orthography' (O R Th O G R A P H Y).

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