Misspelling

usgb/ˌmɪsˈspelɪŋ/
noun

The act of spelling a word incorrectly.

Your report contains some misspellings that need to be corrected.
Visual representation of "misspelling" - The act of spelling a word incorrectly.

Often appears as...

  • common misspellings
  • correct a misspelling
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Accidental Slips

Misspellings often happen by accident, even if you know the correct spelling.

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Typing too fast can lead to a misspelling.
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Not Ignorance

Making a misspelling does not always mean the writer is ignorant or uneducated.

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Even professors might have a misspelling in their emails.
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Proofreading Value

Checking your work can help find and fix misspellings before sharing.

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I caught a misspelling in my essay during proofreading.
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