Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Phonies

👉 Phonestie is a term used in the context of linguistics and phonetics to describe the quality or sound produced by a particular word or phrase. It refers to its pronunciation, meaning "the way it sounds," as opposed to its literal meaning. In other words, it's about how a word or phrase sounds when spoken or heard.

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👉 The term "phonies" is a play on words. It refers to a type of musical instrument that resembles a flute, but has different keys and strings. The name comes from the French word "phonique," which means "flute-like." The term "phonies" was introduced in the mid-20th century by pianist and composer Paul Hindemith, who created the first ever piece of music with a phonie structure.

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