1. the process of converting a writing system into the Roman alphabet
Usage: linguistics
2. the process of adopting Roman customs, culture, or political systems
Usage: historical

Examples

• The romanization of Chinese characters helps foreign students learn pronunciation.
• Pinyin is the official romanization system for Mandarin Chinese.
• The romanization of Japanese uses the Hepburn system.
• Ancient Gaul underwent gradual romanization after Roman conquest.
• The romanization of local tribes included adopting Roman laws and customs.
• Modern romanization standards vary between different languages.
• The romanization process made Latin texts accessible to broader audiences.