L'orthographe française entre complexité et simplifications: retour sur la G.P.M. (graphie phonologique Martinet) ou alfonic

The subject of linguistic complexity is explored in this contribution through a reflection on the French orthographic system, whose historical evolution has led to major irregularities in its phonographic functioning and to nu- merous exceptions in the application of morphographic rules. These com- plexities, which contribute to the perception of French as a “difficult” lan- guage, have given rise to various projects of revision or programmes aimed at favouring an earlier acquisition and a more secure competence. In this essay, we aim to draw attention to a pedagogical tool developed by André Martinet and still in use in some experimental projects.