phonetic alphabet
The term 'phonetic alphabet' refers to systems designed either for transcribing speech sounds or for clear communication of letters over voice channels.
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Definition
C1Linguistics
(technical, academic)A standardized system of symbols used to represent the sounds of spoken languages.
Example
- Linguists use the International Phonetic Alphabet to transcribe the sounds of different languages.
- The IPA helps language learners understand the pronunciation of words.
B2Communication
(technical, military, aviation)A set of code words used to represent letters of the alphabet to ensure clear communication.
Example
- The pilot used the NATO phonetic alphabet to spell out the flight number.
- In noisy environments, the phonetic alphabet helps avoid miscommunication.
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