How Do You Spell PHOTOTYPE?

Pronunciation: [fˌə͡ʊtə͡ʊtˈa͡ɪp] (IPA)

The word "phototype" is spelled with a "ph" instead of an "f" due to its Greek origin. The combination "ph" in Greek represents the sound /f/ in English. The IPA phonetic transcription for "phototype" would be /ˈfoʊtoʊtaɪp/. The first syllable is pronounced as "foh-toh," with the stressed "oh" sound coming from the letter "o" followed by the "h" in the combination "ph." The second syllable is pronounced as "tahyp," with the "y" representing the letter "i" and the "p" sound coming from the letter "t."

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PHOTOTYPE Meaning and Definition

  1. Phototype refers to a process used in printing and graphic arts to create detailed, high-quality reproductions of photographs or images. It involves the conversion of a photographic negative into a positive, which can then be used for various printing purposes. The term "phototype" also refers to the resulting image produced through this process.

    In phototyping, a photographic negative image is exposed to light-sensitive paper coated with a photosensitive emulsion. This paper is then developed and fixed, resulting in a positive image that is an accurate representation of the original negative. The phototype can then be used to make prints, plates, or screens for use in various printing techniques such as offset lithography or screen printing.

    The phototype process allows for the replication of photographs or images with high fidelity, preserving their details, shades, and tones. It offers a means to reproduce complex visual compositions, including gradients and fine details that may be challenging to replicate through other printing methods.

    Phototyping has been widely used in the field of graphic arts and commercial printing since the late 19th century. However, with the advancement of digital technology, phototype processes have become less common, as digital printing and image manipulation have become prevalent. Nonetheless, the term "phototype" still retains its significance in the historical context of printing and as a reminder of the traditional techniques used to reproduce photographs and images for commercial purposes.

  2. A type or plate resembling an engraved plate, produced from a photographic picture by a peculiar process, and capable of being printed from; the process by which such a plate is produced.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for PHOTOTYPE

  • pototype
  • ohototype
  • lhototype
  • -hototype
  • 0hototype
  • pgototype
  • pnototype
  • pjototype
  • puototype
  • pyototype
  • phitotype
  • phktotype
  • phltotype
  • phptotype
  • ph0totype
  • ph9totype
  • phorotype
  • phofotype
  • phogotype
  • phoyotype

Etymology of PHOTOTYPE

The word "Phototype" is derived from two Greek words: "photo" and "typos".

"Photo" (φῶς) means "light" in Greek, and "typos" (τύπος) means "impression" or "stamp".

Therefore, "Phototype" combines these two words to describe a method or process of creating images or reproducing typeset materials using light impressions or stamps.

Similar spelling words for PHOTOTYPE

Plural form of PHOTOTYPE is PHOTOTYPES

Conjugate verb Phototype

CONDITIONAL

I would phototype
you would phototype
he/she/it would phototype
we would phototype
they would phototype

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be phototyping
you would be phototyping
he/she/it would be phototyping
we would be phototyping
they would be phototyping

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have phototype
you would have phototype
he/she/it would have phototype
we would have phototype
they would have phototype

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been phototyping
you would have been phototyping
he/she/it would have been phototyping
we would have been phototyping
they would have been phototyping

FUTURE

I will phototype
you will phototype
he/she/it will phototype
we will phototype
they will phototype

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be phototyping
you will be phototyping
he/she/it will be phototyping
we will be phototyping
they will be phototyping

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have phototyped
you will have phototyped
he/she/it will have phototyped
we will have phototyped
they will have phototyped

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been phototyping
you will have been phototyping
he/she/it will have been phototyping
we will have been phototyping
they will have been phototyping

IMPERATIVE

you phototype
we let´s phototype

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to phototype

PAST

I phototyped
you phototyped
he/she/it phototyped
we phototyped
they phototyped

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was phototyping
you were phototyping
he/she/it was phototyping
we were phototyping
they were phototyping

PAST PARTICIPLE

phototyped

PAST PERFECT

I had phototyped
you had phototyped
he/she/it had phototyped
we had phototyped
they had phototyped

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been phototyping
you had been phototyping
he/she/it had been phototyping
we had been phototyping
they had been phototyping

PRESENT

I phototype
you phototype
he/she/it phototypes
we phototype
they phototype

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am phototyping
you are phototyping
he/she/it is phototyping
we are phototyping
they are phototyping

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

phototyping

PRESENT PERFECT

I have phototyped
you have phototyped
he/she/it has phototyped
we have phototyped
they have phototyped

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been phototyping
you have been phototyping
he/she/it has been phototyping
we have been phototyping
they have been phototyping