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spelling

Pronunciation: [ˈspɛlɪŋ]

Word

Learn how to use spelling in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “education”

(noun) the way a word is written, using the correct letters in the right order. Spelling helps you read and write clearly so that others can understand you.

Example

She has excellent spelling, and her essays are always easy to read.

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His spelling mistakes in the paper made it hard to understand his ideas.

Example

Can you help me with the spelling of this word?

Context: “education”

(verb) to write or say the letters of a word in the correct order. When you spell a word, you make sure it's written the right way.

Example

I can spell 'elephant' without any mistakes.

Example

She did not spell her name correctly on the form.

Example

How do you spell your last name?

How to pronounce spelling

Pronunciation: [ˈspɛlɪŋ]

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