phonetic

UK
/fəˈnɛtɪk/
US
/fəˈnɛtɪk/

Translations

phoneticadjective
more phonetic
Comp.
most phonetic
Super.
UK
/fəˈnɛtɪk/
US
/fəˈnɛtɪk/
The phonetic transcription of the word helps in pronunciation.
Фонетическая транскрипция слова помогает в произношении.

Definitions

phoneticadjective
Relating to the sounds of speech and their production, combination, description, and representation by written symbols.
The linguist provided a phonetic transcription of the spoken dialogue to help students understand the pronunciation.
Representing the sounds of speech with a set of distinct symbols, each symbol representing a single sound.
The phonetic alphabet is used by pilots to ensure clear communication over radio transmissions.