How to Pronounce "telegraphy"
word
təˈlɛɡrəfi
tuh-LEG-ruh-fee
tˈɛlɪɡɹəfi
TEL-ih-gruh-fee
Definition
Telegraphy is the process or system of sending written messages over long distances using wires and coded signals, especially before the invention of telephones.
IPA Transcription
American English
təˈlɛɡrəfi
British English
tˈɛlɪɡɹəfi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
tuh-LEG-ruh-fee
UK
TEL-ih-gruh-fee
Listen in Context
Telegraphy was used to send messages across countries in the 19th century.
Samuel Morse helped improve telegraphy with his code.
Before telephones, people relied on telegraphy to communicate quickly.
My great-grandfather worked in telegraphy and sent messages all over the state.