What is another word for phonics?
Pronunciation: [fˈɒnɪks] (IPA) 
Phonics, the method of teaching reading and spelling by breaking down words into their individual sounds, has many alternative terms that can be used interchangeably. Some of these synonyms include phonemics, letter sound correspondence, decoding, and sound-symbol association. Additionally, phonetics, the scientific study of speech sounds and their production, can also be considered a related term to phonics. Another commonly used synonym is synthetic phonics, which is a specific method of teaching phonics that involves blending individual sounds together to form words. Regardless of the specific term used, the goal of phonics instruction is to develop a strong foundation for reading and writing skills by teaching students how to decode and spell words sound by sound.
