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Phoneticize

Pronunciation varies by accent · verb

Meaning

(transitive) To spell by phonetic script..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (transitive) To spell by phonetic script.
  2. (transitive) To change (spelling) so that it is more phonetic (transparent) (see Orthographic depth).

Example Sentences

He phoneticizes his given name, Ippolito, into Tibetan.

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What does phoneticize mean?

Phoneticize means (transitive) To spell by phonetic script..

What is a synonym for phoneticize?

Common synonyms include phonetize.

What is the opposite of phoneticize?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use phoneticize in a sentence?

He phoneticizes his given name, Ippolito, into Tibetan.

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