phonematic

/fɒnəˈmætɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the phoneme, especially in phonology.

“Phonematic analysis of the language revealed its unique sound patterns.”

2. noun

a phoneme or a unit of sound in a language.

“The phonematic system of the language was studied by linguists worldwide.”

Synonyms

  • phonemic
  • sound unit

Antonyms

  • meaning unit
  • semanteme