Braile
Definition & Context
Noun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
A “writing” system that uses raised dot symbols as a communication method for the visually impaired.
Synonyms & Variants
aksara braille
Formal term emphasizing the character system or braille alphabet.
huruf braille
Standard writing system using raised dots for the visually impaired.
sistem titik timbul
Technical term referring to the physical mechanism of the braille method.
tulisan tunanetra
Descriptive term used in general or lay contexts.
braille
The standard form of writing the term.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The term originates from the name of its inventor Louis Braille, a French educator who lost his sight as a child. In Indonesian, the word Braille frequently undergoes orthographic adjustment to Braile to facilitate phonetic pronunciation in informal contexts or non-standard writing. This term has become a global standard in specialized education to refer to the tactile code that represents alphabets, numbers, and musical notation.
Real-world Usage
Siswa itu sedang mempelajari sistem Braile di sekolah luar biasa.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
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