Phonetic notation

Phonetic notation is a specialized system that represents the sounds of spoken language using symbols, rather than spelling. It provides a precise way to show how words are pronounced, regardless of spelling differences or accents. For example, the word "cat" might be written as /kæt/ in phonetic notation, indicating specific sounds. This system helps linguists, language learners, and speech professionals understand and reproduce accurate pronunciations across different languages and dialects. Essentially, it's a universal sound blueprint that clarifies exactly how words should sound when spoken.