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typographer

 

[ ˈtaɪ.pəˌɡrɑː.fɚ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

design profession

A typographer is a person who designs the layout and appearance of printed text. They select typefaces, line lengths, point sizes, and spacing to create visually appealing text that enhances readability and communication. Their work is crucial in publishing, advertising, and any field that requires typographic skills.

Synonyms

font designer, type designer, typesetter

Examples of usage

  • The typographer carefully chose the font for the book cover.
  • As a typographer, she ensures that the text is both attractive and legible.
  • The magazine hired a skilled typographer for its new issue.
  • His job as a typographer involves a deep understanding of typography principles.

Translations

Translations of the word "typographer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tipógrafo

🇮🇳 टाइपोग्राफ़र

🇩🇪 Typograf

🇮🇩 tipografer

🇺🇦 типограф

🇵🇱 typograf

🇯🇵 タイポグラファー

🇫🇷 typographe

🇪🇸 tipógrafo

🇹🇷 tipograf

🇰🇷 타이포그래퍼

🇸🇦 مصمم طباعة

🇨🇿 typograf

🇸🇰 typograf

🇨🇳 排版师

🇸🇮 tipograf

🇮🇸 leturgerðarmaður

🇰🇿 типограф

🇬🇪 ტიპოგრაფი

🇦🇿 tipoqraf

🇲🇽 tipógrafo

Etymology

The word 'typographer' originates from the Greek words 'typos' meaning 'impression' or 'mark', and 'grapho' meaning 'to write'. It became associated with the field of typography, which emerged in the 15th century with the invention of the printing press by Johannes Gutenberg. Initially, typography referred to the physical arrangement of type, but over time, it evolved to include the art and craft of arranging text in a way that makes it readable and visually appealing. The role of the typographer became increasingly important with the rise of print media, where the visual representation of text could significantly impact communication. With advancements in technology, the term has expanded to include digital typography and graphic design, emphasizing its relevance in contemporary media and design practices.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,786, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.