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rite

 

[ raɪt ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

to write a letter

To write means to form letters, words, or symbols on a surface such as paper or a screen using a pen, pencil, or keyboard. It is a common form of communication and expression.

Synonyms

compose, record, scribble.

Examples of usage

  • She likes to write letters to her friends.
  • He wrote a heartfelt message in the card.
Context #2 | Noun

the act of writing

Write can also be used as a noun to refer to the act of writing. It can be a creative process or a task that involves putting thoughts and ideas into written form.

Synonyms

composition, script, text.

Examples of usage

  • His write was published in the magazine.
  • She has a unique style of write.

Translations

Translations of the word "rite" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rito

🇮🇳 रीति

🇩🇪 Ritus

🇮🇩 ritus

🇺🇦 обряд

🇵🇱 rytuał

🇯🇵 儀式 (ぎしき)

🇫🇷 rite

🇪🇸 rito

🇹🇷 ritüel

🇰🇷 의식 (儀式)

🇸🇦 طقس

🇨🇿 obřad

🇸🇰 obrad

🇨🇳 仪式 (yíshì)

🇸🇮 obred

🇮🇸 siður

🇰🇿 рәсім

🇬🇪 რიტუალი

🇦🇿 ritual

🇲🇽 rito

Etymology

The word 'write' has Old English origins and can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word 'writan'. It has evolved over centuries to become one of the fundamental forms of human communication. From cave paintings to digital text, writing has played a crucial role in recording history, sharing stories, and preserving knowledge.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,697, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.