Writing system
Definition
A writing system is a method used for representing language through written symbols or characters.
Related terms
Pinyin: Pinyin is a system of romanization used to represent the pronunciation of Chinese characters using the Latin alphabet.
Calligraphy: Calligraphy is an artistic form of writing that focuses on creating visually appealing and expressive characters.
Ideogram: An ideogram is a symbol or character that represents an idea or concept directly, rather than representing sounds like phonetic scripts.
"Writing system" appears in:
Subjects (1)
AP World History: Modern
Additional resources (1)
AP Chinese - Unit 2 Overview: The Influence of Language and Culture on Identity
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