Originated as pictures to depict concrete objects and evolved to represent abstract concepts.
A system where each symbol represents a specific word or concept and may be recognized across dialects
Represents both consonant and vowel sounds individually through symbols, creating a close representation of spoken language
Uses symbols to represent objects or ideas without referring to words or sounds
A system where symbols are used to represent the sounds of spoken language, often with each symbol standing for one sound
Each symbol represents a single syllable, typically for combinations of consonant-vowel sounds.
Phonographic Writing
Ideograms
Pictograms
Syllabic Writing
Logograms
Alphabetic Writing