This section outlines the Khmer writing system, focusing on its series system and how phonemes correspond to graphemes. It covers consonants, clusters, and their pronunciation rules, drawing from historical and modern usage.
Khmer orthography uses a "series" system to determine syllable pronunciation, dividing consonants into two groups:
- 1st Series (light voice): Higher pitch, e.g., ក (/k/).
- 2nd Series (heavy voice): Lower pitch, e.g., គ (/k/).