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"baptize" or "baptise"?

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baptize

This is a correct spelling commonly used in American English.

This spelling is commonly used in American English to refer to the act of baptizing someone.

Alternatives:

  • baptise

baptise

This is a correct spelling commonly used in British English.

This spelling is commonly used in British English to refer to the act of baptizing someone.

Alternatives:

  • baptize
Both "baptise" and "baptize" are correct spellings of the same word, with "baptize" being more commonly used in American English and "baptise" in British English. The choice between the two depends on the English variant you are using.

Last Updated: March 21, 2024

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