Graphonomy

/ɡræfˈɒnəmi/ noun

Definition

The study of the principles and rules governing handwriting and written forms; the science of writing systems.

Etymology

Grapho- (writing) + -nomy (laws/system of rules, from Greek nomos 'law'). An alternative term for studying writing systems systematically.

Kelly Says

Graphonomy helps explain why different cultures developed wildly different writing systems—the 'rules' that govern what makes writing effective are deeply connected to language and culture!

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