phonemic

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A particular concern for Aldwin is that he frequently makes something called phonemic paraphasic errors, when a person substitutes a sound or syllable that resembles the intended word.

From Slate • Jan. 26, 2026

These are examples of what we call phonemic paraphasia which is associated with underlying brain damage.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2024

Skipping or downplaying phonics, phonemic awareness and related skills makes learning to read especially difficult for kids with learning disabilities, including dyslexia.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 29, 2023

But for children with dyslexia, phonemic awareness is difficult.

From Scientific American • Sep. 27, 2020

In addition, there is an intrinsic relationship in the discrimination of phonemic sounds and musical sounds for children learning to read.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin