"cancelled" vs "canceled"

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"cancelled" vs "canceled"

Both 'cancelled' and 'canceled' are correct spellings in English. 'Cancelled' is more commonly used in British English, while 'canceled' is more common in American English. The choice between the two spellings depends on the variety of English being used.

Last Updated: March 11, 2024

Use 'cancelled' in British English to indicate that an event or arrangement has been called off or terminated.

Examples:

The flight was cancelled due to bad weather.
The concert was cancelled at the last minute.

Alternatives:

called off
terminated
scrapped
abandoned
nixed

Use 'canceled' in American English to indicate that an event or arrangement has been called off or terminated.

Examples:

The meeting was canceled because of a scheduling conflict.
The game was canceled due to unforeseen circumstances.

Alternatives:

called off
terminated
scrapped
abandoned
nixed

Answer 1

cancelled

This is a correct spelling in British English.

Answer 2

canceled

This is a correct spelling in American English.

"cancelled" vs "canceled"

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