Spelling can often feel like navigating a maze. But fear not, for you are not alone in this quest. Whether you're a fluent speaker or learning English as a second language, the challenge of spelling is universal.
Yet, just as heroes rise to conquer their foes, you too can triumph over misspelled words. With dedication and the right tools, you'll soon find yourself spelling with confidence and ease. Carrying on from our previous post, 'The most commonly misspelled words in English', let's explore more commonly misspelled words and empower ourselves with the knowledge to spell them correctly.
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This word is often misspelled due to its pronunciation. Remember, it's 'apparent' with an 'e' in the middle.
The 'a' in 'calendar' is crucial. Think of marking important dates on your calendar to remember this one.
Your conscience guides you, so let it guide your spelling too. The 'science' in 'conscience' can help you remember the correct form.
Although it sounds like it has an 'n', 'dilemma' is spelled with two m's. Picture yourself facing a dilemma to recall this spelling.
The 'e' in 'existence' is essential. Imagine the existence of life to keep this spelling in mind.
While gratitude is great, the correct spelling is 'grateful'. Remember, 'grateful' comes from the word 'gratitiude'.
This word is indispensable in your vocabulary, and it ends with '-able', not '-ible'.
Maintenance requires attention, just like its spelling. The 'a' in the middle is key.
Double 'c' and double 'r' make 'occurrence' a word to remember. Think of frequent occurrences to get it right.
Perseverance is about persistence, and it has 'sever' in the middle rather than 'server'. Keep pushing forward with the correct spelling.
It's a privilege to spell this word correctly, this word has no 'd'.
When you recommend something, remember the double 'm' in the middle.
This word often trips people up, but remember the phrase 'separate a rate' to remind you it’s an 'a' before the 'rate'.
The silent 'u' in 'vacuum' is important. Picture a vacuum cleaner to recall this spelling.
Visibility is key, and 'visible' ends with '-ible', not '-able'.
Improving your spelling is a rewarding endeavor that requires practice and patience. While spell-checkers are helpful, they don't replace the value of learning and understanding the correct spelling.
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Remember, every step you take towards better spelling is a step towards greater confidence in your language skills. Embrace the challenge, celebrate your progress and empower yourself with the knowledge to spell accurately. Your dedication will lead you to spelling success, one word at a time.
Read our blog posts 'English tongue twisters to test your English skills' and 'English words and slang terms you should know'.
تعد اللغة المشتركة أمرا أساسيا للعديد من العائلات ، ويمكن أن يحمل هذا معنى إضافيا عندما يكبر أطفالك في بلد يتحدث لغة مختلفة. لا يتعلق الأمر فقط بالكلمات. يتعلق الأمر بالثقافة والهوية والاتصال. إذا كنت ترغب في تعليم أطفالك اللغة التي تحتل مكانة خاصة في قلبك ، فإليك بعض النصائح لتبدأ.
قد يكون الانخراط في المحادثات ، خاصة بلغة ليست الأولى ، أمرا شاقا في بعض الأحيان. سواء لم تكن الإنجليزية هي لغتك الأولى أو كنت تتطلع فقط إلى تحسين مهاراتك في المحادثة ، فإن وجود بعض العبارات المفيدة في جعبتك يمكن أن يحدث فرقا كبيرا. فيما يلي سبع عبارات أساسية يمكن أن تساعدك في التنقل في المحادثات في الإنجليزية بسهولة وثقة.
While English is a rich language, there are some words from other languages that don’t have a direct translation. These words often describe special feelings, situations, or ideas that are deeply connected to their cultures. For example, just as some languages have specific words for different types of weather, other languages have unique words for particular moments or emotions that are hard to explain in English. Here are some interesting examples of untranslatable words that show us the different ways people see the world.
