orthography
/ɔrˈθɑɡrəfi/
noun
- The system of spelling and writing in a language.
- English orthography is full of exceptions, like 'gh' being silent in 'though.'
- The reform aimed to simplify the country's orthography to match pronunciation.
- Children learn orthography through reading and writing practice.
- The study or practice of correct spelling.
- She specialized in orthography and helped create a new spelling guide.
- Good orthography is important for clear written communication.
- The professor taught a course on the history of English orthography.
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