A system of writing refers to a method or set of symbols used for representing written communication. It allows people to record information, ideas, and events in a visual form that can be preserved over time.
Related terms
Pictographs: Pictographs are simple drawings or symbols that represent objects or concepts.
Hieroglyphics: Hieroglyphics are a form of writing that uses pictorial symbols or signs instead of letters.
Alphabet: An alphabet is a set of letters or characters used in a specific order to represent the sounds of a language.