noun
orthoepy
Orthoepy (noun) means the study of pronunciation.
noun
1
The study of pronunciation.
2
Accepted or customary pronunciation.
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Etymology
From Ancient Greek ὀρθοέπεια (orthoépeia), possibly via Latin orthoepia, from Ancient Greek ὀρθός (orthós, “correct”) + ἔπος (épos, “word”) + -ία (-ía, “-y”).
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What is the meaning of orthoepy?
"orthoepy" (noun) means the study of pronunciation.
What are the different meanings of orthoepy?
"orthoepy" has 2 main meanings: 1. The study of pronunciation; 2. Accepted or customary pronunciation.