When a second-place vowel is the first vowel – Shorthand
By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: January 31, 2025
When a second-place vowel is the first vowel in a word, the outline is written in second position, that is the first downstroke or upstroke rests on the line_
Shake shorthand
shake shorthand
SH is represented by a light half-curved stroke that slants from top right to bottom left.
A is represented by a heavy dot placed to the right side of the “SH” stroke.(Vowel position: 2nd)
K is represented by a light horizontal stroke drawn from left to right.
Fun shorthand
fun shorthand
F is represented by a light half-curved stroke (starting at the left side and curving to the right).
U is represented by a light dash placed to the right side of the “F” stroke . (Vowel position: 2nd)
N is represented by a light upward-curved stroke.
Beg shorthand
beg shorthand
B: Represented by a slanting light downward stroke, drawn from left to right.
E: Represented by a light dot placed to the right side of the “B” stroke.(Vowel position: 2nd)
G: Represented by a horizontal heavy stroke.
Know shorthand
know shorthand
K (is silent and not pronounced)
N is represented by a light upward-curved stroke.
OW (long O) is represented by a heavy dash, placed below the “N” stroke, indicating the long “O” sound.(Vowel position: 2nd)