David Shields

To be honest, there are parts of 'How Literature Saved My Life' that began as interviews. Someone was telling me that they think the book sounds very phonic: that it sounds like me speaking. And I don't think it's a coincidence that there are six to ten passages that I cadged from various interviews that I did post-'Reality Hunger'.

American Author

Phonic relates to how spoken words sound, not their meaning or spelling.

Speech Sounds

Phonic is often used when talking about the study of speech sounds, also known as phonetics.

Phonetics Usage

Understanding phonic can help in identifying and distinguishing different sounds in a language.

Sound Awareness

Phonic methods are seen as foundational in learning to read by connecting letters to sounds.

Reading Foundation

Phonic skills are crucial for understanding how spelling patterns relate to sound patterns.

Spelling Connection

Phonic instruction is particularly important for language beginners and young learners.