Most Commonly Misspelled Words

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Write the correct spelling of the word. 20 spelling words in 5 minutes.

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  • 2. 

    Reciept

  • 3. 

    Technicque

    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "technique." This suggests that there was a spelling error in the word "technicque" and the correct spelling is "technique." A technique refers to a specific method or approach used to accomplish a task or achieve a goal.

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    Wierd

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "weird." The word "weird" is the correct spelling of the adjective that means strange or unusual. The misspelling "wierd" is incorrect and does not exist in the English language. Therefore, the correct answer is "weird."

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  • 5. 

    Argument

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    Commision

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    Excelence

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "excellence" because it is the correct spelling of the word. The misspelling "excelence" is incorrect and does not match the standard spelling.

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  • 8. 

    Heigth

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "height". It appears that there is a typo in the word "heigth", and the correct spelling should be "height".

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  • 9. 

    Immediate

    Explanation
    The word "immediate" is repeated twice in the question. It is likely that the question is asking for a word that means "instant" or "occurring right away." Therefore, the correct answer is "immediate."

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  • 10. 

    Parrallell

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "parallel" because it is the correct spelling of the word. "Parrallell" is a misspelling, and "parallel" is the correct way to spell the word that means two lines that are always the same distance apart and never intersect.

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  • 11. 

    Believe

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    Leasure

    Explanation
    The word "leisure" is the correct spelling for the given word. "Leisure" refers to the time when one is free from work or other responsibilities and can engage in activities that bring enjoyment or relaxation.

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  • 13. 

    Forty

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    Seperate

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "separate" because it is the correct spelling of the word. "Seperate" is a common misspelling of the word, but the correct spelling has an "a" instead of an "e" in the second syllable.

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  • 15. 

    Achieve

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    Comitee

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "committee" because it is the correct spelling of the word. "Comitee" is a misspelling of the word, so it cannot be the correct answer.

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  • 17. 

    Hipocrite

  • 18. 

    Tendensy

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "tendency." The word "tendensy" is a misspelling of "tendency." Tendency refers to a natural inclination or predisposition towards a particular behavior or action.

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    Transfering

  • 20. 

    Unanimous

  • 21. 

    Gague

  • 22. 

    Grandeure

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    Ocassion

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "occasion." The word "ocassion" is misspelled, and the correct spelling is "occasion."

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  • 24. 

    Preferrable

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "preferable." "Preferable" is the correct spelling of the word, which means more desirable or more suitable. It is used to indicate a preference for one option over another.

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  • 25. 

    Questionaire

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    Consiensce

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "conscience." The word "conscience" refers to an inner sense of right and wrong, and it is often associated with a person's moral or ethical judgment. It is the part of our mind that tells us whether our actions are morally acceptable or not.

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  • 27. 

    Harass

    Explanation
    The word "harass" is repeated twice in the question. It seems like there was an error in the formatting or typing of the question. The word "harass" means to subject someone to aggressive pressure or intimidation, usually repeatedly over a period of time.

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  • 28. 

    Humourous

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "humorous". The word "humorous" is the correct spelling of the adjective that means funny or amusing. It is used to describe something that causes laughter or amusement. The spelling "humourous" is incorrect.

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  • 29. 

    Occassionaly

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    Preceedense

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "precedence". Precedence refers to the condition of being considered more important or having priority over something else. It is often used to determine the order in which tasks or actions should be carried out. In this case, "preceedense" is likely a misspelling or typo of "precedence".

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  • 31. 

    Receed

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "recede." The word "recede" means to move back or retreat, typically referring to something moving away from a previous position. This word is often used to describe the movement of water, such as when the tide recedes or when a floodwater recedes. It can also be used more generally to describe something moving further away or becoming less prominent.

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  • 32. 

    Unneccessarry

    Explanation
    The word "unnecessary" is spelled correctly. It means something that is not needed or not required.

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  • 33. 

    Fierey

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "fiery." This is because "fiery" is the correct spelling of the word, which means having a strong or intense emotion or being characterized by fire or flames.

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  • 34. 

    Foriegn

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "foreign". The word "foriegn" is misspelled, and the correct spelling is "foreign".

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  • 35. 

    Changeable

  • 36. 

    Iresistable

  • 37. 

    Travelled

    Explanation
    Both "travelled" and "traveled" are past tense forms of the verb "travel." However, "traveled" is the correct spelling in American English, while "travelled" is the correct spelling in British English. Since the question does not specify a particular English dialect or context, it is safe to assume that "traveled" is the correct answer.

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  • 38. 

    Embaras

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "embarrass." The word "embaras" appears to be a misspelling of "embarrass." The correct spelling of the word is "embarrass," which means to cause someone to feel self-conscious, awkward, or ashamed.

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  • 39. 

    Fasinate

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "fascinate" because it is the correct spelling of the word. "Fasinate" is a misspelling and does not exist in the English language. Therefore, "fascinate" is the only valid option.

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  • 40. 

    Seveerly

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "severely". The word "severely" is the correct spelling of the word that means extremely or greatly. It is an adverb that is used to describe the intensity or extent of something negative or undesirable.

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  • 41. 

    Acomodate

    Explanation
    The correct spelling is "accommodate". The word "accommodate" means to provide lodging or to make adjustments to suit someone's needs.

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  • 42. 

    Consious

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "conscious." Conscious refers to being aware, awake, or having knowledge of one's surroundings or actions. It is the correct spelling of the word, while "consious" is incorrect.

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  • 43. 

    Religous

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "religious." This is the correct spelling of the word, which means relating to or manifesting faithful devotion to an acknowledged ultimate reality or deity.

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  • 44. 

    Sieze

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "seize". The word "seize" means to take hold of something forcefully or to capture or apprehend someone. It is spelled with a "z" instead of an "s".

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  • 45. 

    Pastime

  • 46. 

    Greatfull

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "grateful" because "greatfull" is a misspelling of the word "grateful". The correct spelling of the word means feeling or showing appreciation, thankfulness, or a sense of being pleased or relieved.

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  • 47. 

    Preferrance

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "preference". The word "preference" refers to a choice or liking for one thing over another. It is the correct spelling of the word, as "preferrance" is not a recognized word in the English language.

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  • 48. 

    Persevereance

    Explanation
    Perseverance is the correct answer because it is the correct spelling of the word "perseverance" which means the act of persisting or continuing to do something despite difficulties or obstacles. The word is repeated twice in the question, which may indicate the importance of perseverance.

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  • 49. 

    Pronnounciation

    Explanation
    The word "pronunciation" is the correct spelling for the given word "pronnounciation". The correct answer is "pronunciation" because it follows the standard English spelling rules. The incorrect spelling "pronnounciation" likely resulted from a mistake in the placement of the letter "o" and the omission of the letter "u".

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