Spelling & Usage
Hight or Height: Which Spelling Is Correct?
Hight or height? Height is the correct modern spelling for tallness or elevation. See why hight is archaic and when…
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Which spelling is correct — and why. Clear answers to the spelling questions people search for most.
Spelling & Usage
Tought vs Taught: Which Spelling Is Correct?
"Tought" isn't a real word — taught is the correct spelling, the past tense of teach. See examples, common mix-ups,…
Spelling & Usage
Hight vs Height: Which Spelling Is Correct?
Hight vs height: "height" is the correct spelling for tallness; "hight" is an archaic word. Learn the difference, origin, and…
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Lifetime: One Word or Two? The Correct Spelling
Is it lifetime or life time? Lifetime is always one word in modern English. See examples, rules, and when a…
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How Do You Spell Filet? Filet vs. Fillet Explained
How do you spell filet? Both filet and fillet are correct — learn which spelling to use for steak, fish,…
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“Tought” — Is It a Word? Correct Spelling Explained
"Tought" isn't a real word. Learn whether you meant "thought" or "taught," why the mix-up happens, and how to spell…
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Sleave or Sleeve: Which Spelling Is Correct?
Sleave or sleeve? Sleeve is the word you want for clothing and cables. Sleave is a rare term for untwisted…
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Favorite or Favourite: Which Spelling Is Correct?
Favorite or favourite? Both are correct: favorite is American English, favourite is British English. Learn which to use and when.
Spelling & Usage
Masonary or Masonry: Which Spelling Is Correct?
"Masonary" is a common misspelling. The correct word is masonry — meaning stonework or brickwork. Learn why the mistake happens…
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Spelling of Dialogue: Dialogue vs Dialog Explained
The correct spelling of dialogue is d-i-a-l-o-g-u-e, though dialog is an accepted American variant. See when to use each.