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pho·net·ic
 phonetic
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- pronunciation:
- f
ne
tihk
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
relating to the method of representing speech sounds by symbols.
The phonetic system of reading has the reader sound out each letter. |
| definition 2: |
characteristic of the speech sounds of human language.
Phonetic symbols, such as ^ above o, help readers make the letter's sound. |
| derivation: |
phonetically (adv.) |
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