Syllabic writing is a system of writing where each symbol represents a syllable, rather than a single sound or a whole word. This type of writing is often used in languages where syllables are the building blocks of words. Examples of syllabic writing systems include Japanese Hiragana and Katakana, which are used alongside Kanji characters. In syllabic writing, each character typically corresponds to a consonant-vowel combination. This makes it easier to read and pronounce words, especially for languages with complex phonetic structures. Syllabic systems can be more efficient than alphabetic systems in certain contexts, as they can convey more information with fewer symbols.