romanise

/ˈroʊmənaɪz/
verb
  1. To write or represent a language using the Latin (Roman) alphabet.
    • The library romanises Arabic titles in its catalog.
    • Linguists often romanise Chinese names for international use.
    • Can you romanise this Japanese word so I can read it?
  2. To make something Roman in character, style, or culture; to bring under Roman influence.
    • The architecture of the city was romanised over centuries.
    • Many local gods were romanised by adding Latin names.
    • The Romans tried to romanise the provinces they conquered.
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