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tittle

 

[ หˆtษชtษ™l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

written work

A tittle is a dot or other small mark used in writing or printing to differentiate between letters or to assist in pronunciation. It is most commonly associated with the dot over the lowercase 'i' and 'j'. In some contexts, it can also refer to the diacritical marks in certain languages. The term originated from the Latin 'titulus', meaning 'a small mark or inscription'. The use of a tittle may seem minor, but it plays a crucial role in clarifying meaning in written language.

Synonyms

dot, mark

Examples of usage

  • The tittle on the 'i' helps us distinguish it from the 'l'.
  • Make sure to include the tittle when writing the word 'jigsaw'.
  • In calligraphy, each tittle is carefully crafted.
  • Printing errors can sometimes result in missing tittles.

Translations

Translations of the word "tittle" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tรญtulo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเฅ€เคฐเฅเคทเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Titel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ judul

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะณะพะปะพะฒะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tytuล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฟใ‚คใƒˆใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท titre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tรญtulo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท baลŸlฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ œ๋ชฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนู†ูˆุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nรกzev

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nรกzov

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ ‡้ข˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ naslov

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ titill

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั‚ะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ—แƒแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ baลŸlฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tรญtulo

Etymology

The word 'tittle' comes from the Latin word 'titulus', which means 'inscription or title'. This etymology reflects the small prominent features used in writing that can change the meaning of a word or provide essential phonetic information. Originally, in the Middle Ages, these markings served more than just an aesthetic function; they were critical for proper reading and pronunciation, particularly in Latin texts. By the time the word entered the English language in the late Middle English period, it had retained this focus on small marks used to clarify letters. Over the centuries, as typography and writing systems evolved, the term 'tittle' remained relevant, especially in discussions of typography, linguistics, and calligraphy. The concept of a tittle is essential for understanding written language as it highlights the importance of detail in communication.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,883, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.