Phonethics
/fəˈnɛθ.ɪks/noun
The study of the ethical implications of phonetic sounds and communication.
Did you know?Phonetics, the root of 'phonethics', reveals how sound can influence perception and morality, making our words potent tools of influence.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
φωνή (phōnē)
“voice, sound, or spoken word.”
Medieval Latin
Latin
ethica
“moral philosophy or principles.”
17th Century
English
phonetic
“relating to the sounds of speech.”
20th Century
English
ethics
“the moral principles that govern a person's behavior.”
21st Century
English
phonethics
“a modern term combining the study of sounds and their ethical implications.”