phonetic spelling

Phonetic spelling represents words based on how they sound, using symbols or spelling patterns to capture pronunciation. It helps clarify the way words are spoken, especially when their spelling might be confusing or non-intuitive. For example, “cough” could be phonetically spelled as “koff” to show its pronunciation. Phonetic spelling is useful in language learning, dictionaries, and communication to ensure accurate understanding of pronunciation, regardless of spelling differences or accents. It focuses on the sounds of words rather than their traditional spelling, making pronunciation clearer and more consistent across different speakers.