Literacy
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The ability to read and write; competence or knowledge in a specified area. Increasingly used to describe proficiency in various skills beyond reading.
“Improving digital literacy is essential for success in the modern workplace.”
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IPA
/ˈlɪtərəsi/
Syllables
lit·er·a·cy
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Three vowels I-E-A; -ACY ending common in abstract nouns
Scrabble
Worth 13 points; the Y (4 pts) adds value to this educational term
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