writing
Writing is the act of recording language in visible or tangible form. It encompasses the creation of texts to inform, explain, persuade, entertain, or preserve knowledge. Writing uses symbols—letters, characters, or other marks—to encode spoken language and can appear in many genres and formats, from personal notes to formal reports.
Writing emerged independently in several ancient cultures, with examples such as Mesopotamian cuneiform, Egyptian hieroglyphs, and
Common genres include narrative writing (storytelling), expository writing (explaining concepts), descriptive writing (depicting scenes), persuasive writing
Effective writing typically involves planning, drafting, revising, and editing. Key skills include clarity, coherence, grammar, vocabulary,
Writers use pencils, keyboards, or touchscreen devices, along with word processors and style guides such as
Writing facilitates communication, education, record-keeping, and cultural transmission. It also faces challenges such as misinformation, plagiarism,