Spelling • Correct and incorrect spellings
Spelling: Full-Length Notes Topic: Correct and Incorrect Spellings 1. Importance of Spelling Correct spelling is essential for clear written communication. Inaccurate spelling can change the meaning of a word, cause confusion, and make writing appear unprofessional. Many competitive exams and language proficiency tests include questions on identifying correct and incorrect spellings. 2. Common Types of Spelling Questions Identify the correctly/incorrectly spelled word: Given a list of words, select the one that is spelled incorrectly or correctly. Spot the error in a sentence: Find the word in a sentence that is misspelled. Fill in the blank with the correct spelling: Choose the right spelling for a word used in context. 3. Common Spelling Rules A. I before E except after C Rule: “i” comes before “e” except after “c” (when the sound is ‘ee’). Examples: believe, field, piece Exceptions: receive, ceiling, deceive B. Doubling the Final Consonant If a word end...