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romanise

The correct spelling is romanise.

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verb

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The correct spelling is romanise. To put letters or words written in another writing system into the Latin (Roman) alphabet. For example: "The author romanizes Chinese names using the Wade–Giles system rather than the Pinyin system."

Usage Examples

The author romanizes Chinese names using the Wade–Giles system rather than the Pinyin system.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To put letters or words written in another writing system into the Latin (Roman) alphabet.
  2. 2.(usually capitalized) To bring under the authority or influence of Rome.
  3. 3.(usually capitalized) To make or become Roman in character or style.
  4. 4.(usually capitalized) To make or become Roman Catholic in religion (by conversion), character or style.
  5. 5.To fill with Latin words or idioms.

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