pronunciation spelling

noun

a spelling intended to match a certain pronunciation more closely than the traditional spelling does, as gonna for going to, kinda for kind of (meaning “rather”), git for get, or lite for light.

QUIZZES

IS YOUR VOCABULARY AS STRONG AS A HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT? TRY THIS QUIZ TO SEE!

It may seem like fun and games but this quiz that uses vocab from popular stories will determine how much you know.
Question 1 of 10
disgruntle
to deprive of ability, qualification, or strength
to put into a state of sulky dissatisfaction
to make repayment or return for (service, benefits, etc.)
TAKE THE QUIZ TO FIND OUT
Compare eye dialect.

usage note for pronunciation spelling

Pronunciation Spelling is used as a label in this dictionary.

Words nearby pronunciation spelling

pronuclear, pronucleus, pronuke, pronunciamento, pronunciation, pronunciation spelling, prony brake, pro-oestrus, proof, proofing, proof of concept
Dictionary.com Unabridged Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2020