romanize
/ˈroʊməˌnaɪz/
verb
- To write or represent a language using the Roman (Latin) alphabet.
- The app can romanize Arabic text so that English speakers can read the pronunciation.
- She learned to romanize her name in Cyrillic script for her Russian passport.
- Linguists romanize Korean words using a system called Revised Romanization.
- To make something follow Roman Catholic customs or beliefs.
- The missionary tried to romanize the local church services by introducing Latin hymns.
- The king's reforms sought to romanize the religious practices of his kingdom.
- Some Anglican churches were romanized in the 19th century, adding statues and incense.
- To bring under the influence or control of ancient Roman culture.
- Over time, the local elite began to romanize, adopting Latin names and clothing.
- The Romans worked to romanize the conquered tribes by building roads and towns.
- Historians debate how quickly the province was romanized after the invasion.
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