What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
logogram
Example
The Chinese character for 'love' is a logogram. [logogram: noun]
Example
The word 'OK' is often written as a logogram in text messages. [logogram: adjective]
hieroglyph
Example
The hieroglyph for 'sun' was an important symbol in ancient Egyptian religion. [hieroglyph: noun]
Example
The Mayan writing system used hieroglyphs to represent words and concepts. [hieroglyph: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Logogram is a more commonly used term than hieroglyph in modern language and writing.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between logogram and hieroglyph?
Both logogram and hieroglyph are neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
