noun
Linguistic term for the conventional spelling system of a language. The native Japanese term 正書法 (せいしょほう) is more common in everyday contexts.
See also: 正書法 (せいしょほう)
英語のオーソグラフィーは歴史的な理由で不規則だ。
English orthography is irregular for historical reasons.
The native Japanese equivalent, more commonly used in general discussions about spelling rules.
Borrowed from English 'orthography', ultimately from Greek roots meaning 'correct writing'.