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phonemic

[fuh-nee-mik, foh-] / fəˈni mɪk, foʊ- /


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A particular concern for Aldwin is that he frequently makes something called phonemic paraphasic errors, when a person substitutes a sound or syllable that resembles the intended word.

From Slate ● Jan. 26, 2026

These are examples of what we call phonemic paraphasia which is associated with underlying brain damage.

From Salon ● Mar. 7, 2024

The term “science of reading” is used to describe five components of effective reading instruction: phonics, phonemic awareness, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension.

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 10, 2021

But for children with dyslexia, phonemic awareness is difficult.

From Scientific American ● Sep. 27, 2020

Language and music are intertwined to the point where there is evidence of a connection in the brain between phonemic sound discrimination and musical sound discrimination.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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