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transliteration

/trans-lit-uh-rey-shuhn, tranz-/US // trænsˌlɪt əˈreɪ ʃən, trænz- //

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Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : the act, process, or result of writing letters or words using the corresponding characters of another alphabet or writing system: If you are new to Jewish prayer, the complete transliterations in this prayer book will enable you to pronounce the Hebrew words and participate fully in services.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Examples

  • At present the map-makers conform only in a unanimous desire to each use a different transliteration.

  • However the author's original spelling is preserved as it is a plausible transliteration of an unfamiliar word as he heard it.

  • If your system allows for it, hovering over Greek text will show a transliteration.

  • You can hover your mouse over Greek words to reveal a transliteration, and click on illustrations for a larger view.

  • They attain their effects by bad spelling, and a simple transliteration reveals the poverty of their wit.