Pronunciation: [ɹˈiːdɪŋ] (IPA) 
The word "reading" is spelled with four letters but despite its size it is a tricky word to spell correctly. The sound /r/ is followed by a silent /e/, which can be overlooked by those new to the language. Then the /e/ in the second syllable is pronounced as /i:/, a sound represented by the grapheme "ea" in other words like "seat". Finally, the ending "-ing" indicates continuous action. The IPA transcription for reading is /ˈriːdɪŋ/.
Reading is the fundamental process of perceiving and comprehending written or printed words through the eyes, enabling the extraction of meaning from the text. It is a cognitive skill that involves decoding and understanding the symbols and sequences of letters, words, sentences, and paragraphs, allowing individuals to access and analyze the information contained within written materials. It is an essential aspect of human communication and learning, aiding in the development of vocabulary, language skills, critical thinking, and knowledge acquisition.
There are various types of reading, including silent reading, which is the internal process of reading silently in one's mind, and oral reading, where the words are read out loud. Reading can be distinguished into different levels, such as literal reading, where the information is grasped at face value, and inferential reading, where readers draw conclusions and make predictions based on the text.
Additionally, reading can be categorized into recreational reading for enjoyment, informational reading to acquire knowledge, and academic reading for educational purposes. It encompasses a wide range of materials, such as books, novels, newspapers, magazines, articles, websites, and other written resources.
Overall, reading plays a vital role in expanding one's horizons, fostering imagination, enhancing communication skills, and promoting lifelong learning.
• Addicted to reading.
• A perusal; a public recital; a lecture; a given word or passage as it reads in a particular MS. or printed book; a version or interpretation of a particular passage in a book, as conveying the true meaning of its author; the formal recital of a bill before Parliament, as first reading.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "reading" has its origins in the Old English word "ræding" or "rǣding", which derived from the verb "rǣdan". This Old English word meant "to interpret (something written)". The verb "rǣdan" ultimately traces back to the Proto-Germanic root "*rēdaną", which meant "to advise, counsel, interpret". The modern spelling and pronunciation of "reading" emerged in Middle English around the 14th century.
