lettre — meaning in English

English meaning

• letter noun A written symbol representing a sound of a language, used to build words; one character of the alphabet.
• literate adj Able to read and write.

Senses

lettre is used for these senses in English:

• letter A symbol in an alphabet.
• letter A written or printed communication, generally longer and more formal than a note.
• literate Able to read and write; having literacy.
• literate Knowledgeable in literature, writing; literary; well-read.
• well-read Well informed and knowledgeable through having read extensively.

letter — full definition

1. noun A written symbol representing a sound of a language, used to build words; one character of the alphabet.
2. noun A written message sent from one person to another, usually by post.

literate — full definition

1. adj Able to read and write.
2. adj Well informed or knowledgeable in a particular area.

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