What is another word for protohistoric?
Pronunciation: [pɹˌə͡ʊtə͡ʊhɪstˈɒɹɪk] (IPA) 
Protohistoric is a word that describes a period of time before written records were regularly kept, but after a society has developed some form of their own writing or system of record-keeping. Synonyms for protohistoric include prehistoric, before recorded history, pre-literate, early historical, ancient, and early prehistoric. These words all encompass the same idea of a time in history where information is limited and difficult to come by. The use of these synonyms allows us to understand the evolution of society and how it developed over time. By understanding these stages of history, we can gain a better understanding of the world we live in today.
