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spell it wrong vs misspell

Both 'spell it wrong' and 'misspell' are correct phrases, but they are used in different contexts. 'Spell it wrong' is a more informal way of saying 'misspell,' which is the standard term used to describe incorrectly spelling a word.

Last updated: March 31, 2024 • 744 views

spell it wrong

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal contexts.

This phrase is used informally to indicate that a word has been spelled incorrectly.

Examples:

  • I always spell it wrong, but I know what I mean.
  • Can you spell it wrong on purpose for the joke?

Alternatives:

  • misspell
  • make a spelling mistake
  • write it incorrectly

misspell

This is the standard term used to describe incorrectly spelling a word.

This term is more formal and commonly used in written and professional contexts.

Examples:

  • I tend to misspell 'necessary' every time.
  • She was embarrassed to realize she had misspelled the word.

Alternatives:

  • spell incorrectly
  • make a spelling error
  • write wrongly

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