Meaning of the word letter in English

What does letter mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

letter

US /ˈlet̬.ɚ/

UK /ˈlet̬.ɚ/

a character representing one or more of the sounds used in speech; any of the symbols of an alphabet

Example:

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The word 'cat' has three letters.

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Please print your name in capital letters.

Synonym:

character symbol glyph

a written, typed, or printed communication, especially one sent in an envelope by mail or messenger

Example:

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I received a letter from my aunt yesterday.

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She wrote a long letter to her friend.

Synonym:

correspondence note missive

to write or mark letters on something

Example:

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The artist carefully lettered the sign.

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He lettered his initials on the briefcase.

Synonym:

inscribe mark label

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