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Gratefull vs. Grateful: What's the Difference?

Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on October 6, 2023
"Gratefull" is the incorrect spelling. The correct spelling is "Grateful," meaning appreciative of kindness or benefits received.

Which is correct: Gratefull or Grateful

How to spell Grateful?

Gratefull is Incorrect

Grateful is Correct

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Key Differences

Remember that "full" becomes "ful" in adjectives like "grateful."
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Sep 20, 2023
Think of "grate" + "ful" as in "full of gratitude."
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Sep 20, 2023
Recall similar words like "hopeful" and "respectful" to reinforce the "ful" usage.
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Sep 20, 2023
Note that being "grateful" is a "ful" feeling but with one "l."
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Sep 20, 2023
Keep in mind, "two Ls might be overkill, stick with one to feel the thrill."
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Sep 20, 2023
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Gratefull and Grateful Definitions

Gratefull

Gratefull is an incorrect spelling of Grateful.
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Sep 20, 2023

Grateful

Recognizing the good in something or someone.
The team was grateful for the coach's guidance.
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Sep 20, 2023

Grateful

Feeling or showing appreciation for kindness or benefits received.
I am grateful for your help.
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Sep 20, 2023

Grateful

Feeling indebted or obligated because of favors.
I remain grateful for your unwavering support.
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Sep 20, 2023

Grateful

Expressing gratitude and relief.
He was grateful for the opportunity.
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Sep 20, 2023
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Grateful

Appreciative of benefits received; thankful
I'm grateful for your help.
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Grateful

Expressing gratitude
A grateful look.
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Sep 04, 2022

Grateful

Affording pleasure or comfort; agreeable
Grateful relief from the hot sun.
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Sep 04, 2022

Grateful

Appreciative; thankful.
I'm grateful that you helped me out.
I'm grateful to you for helping me out.
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Grateful

(obsolete) Pleasing, welcome.
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Sep 04, 2022

Grateful

Having a due sense of benefits received; kindly disposed toward one from whom a favor has been received; willing to acknowledge and repay, or give thanks for, benefits; as, a grateful heart.
A grateful mindBy owing, owes not, but still pays.
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Sep 04, 2022

Grateful

Affording pleasure; pleasing to the senses; gratifying; delicious; as, a grateful present; food grateful to the palate; grateful sleep.
Now golden fruits on loaded branches shine,And grateful clusters swell.
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Sep 04, 2022

Grateful

Feeling or showing gratitude;
A grateful heart
Grateful for the tree's shade
A thankful smile
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Grateful

Affording comfort or pleasure;
The grateful warmth of the fire
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Grateful

Thankful for something specific.
She felt grateful for the warm meal.
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Sep 20, 2023

FAQs

What is the pronunciation of Grateful?

It is pronounced as /ˈɡreɪt.fəl/.
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Sep 20, 2023

What is the root word of Grateful?

The root is "grate," which means pleasing or thankful.
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Sep 20, 2023

What is the verb form of Grateful?

"Grateful" is an adjective. The related verb is "gratify."
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Sep 20, 2023

Why is it called Grateful?

The term "Grateful" comes from the word "grate," which means pleasing or thankful, combined with "ful," suggesting full of a particular quality.
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Sep 20, 2023

Which vowel is used before Grateful?

Either "a" or "the" can be used before "grateful" based on the context.
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Sep 20, 2023

What is the singular form of Grateful?

"Grateful" is already in its singular form.
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Sep 20, 2023

Which conjunction is used with Grateful?

Any conjunction can be used, e.g., "and."
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Sep 20, 2023

What is the plural form of Grateful?

Adjectives don’t have plurals in English. So, "grateful" remains "grateful."
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Sep 20, 2023

Which article is used with Grateful?

Both "a" and "the" can be used, depending on the context.
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Sep 20, 2023

Is Grateful an abstract noun?

It represents a feeling, so it can be considered abstract.
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Sep 20, 2023

Which preposition is used with Grateful?

Typically "for" as in "grateful for."
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Sep 20, 2023

Is Grateful a collective noun?

No, it's not a collective noun.
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Sep 20, 2023

Is Grateful an adverb?

No, "grateful" is not an adverb.
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Sep 20, 2023

Is the word Grateful imperative?

No, it's not an imperative form.
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Sep 20, 2023

How do we divide Grateful into syllables?

Grate-ful.
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Sep 20, 2023

What is a stressed syllable in Grateful?

The first syllable, "Grat."
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Sep 20, 2023

Is Grateful a noun or adjective?

"Grateful" is an adjective.
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Sep 20, 2023

Is Grateful a vowel or consonant?

"Grateful" starts with a consonant sound.
Janet White
Sep 20, 2023

How many syllables are in Grateful?

There are two syllables.
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Sep 20, 2023

What part of speech is Grateful?

It is an adjective.
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Sep 20, 2023

Is Grateful a negative or positive word?

Positive.
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Sep 20, 2023

What is another term for Grateful?

"Thankful."
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Sep 20, 2023

Which determiner is used with Grateful?

Determiners like "this," "that," "my," etc. can be used.
Janet White
Sep 20, 2023

What is the first form of Grateful?

Adjectives don’t have verb forms. The related verb "gratify" has "gratify" as its base form.
Harlon Moss
Sep 20, 2023

Is Grateful a countable noun?

"Grateful" is an adjective, not a noun.
Harlon Moss
Sep 20, 2023

Is the Grateful term a metaphor?

No, but it can be used metaphorically in some contexts.
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Sep 20, 2023

What is the opposite of Grateful?

"Ungrateful."
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Sep 20, 2023

What is the second form of Grateful?

For the related verb "gratify," the past form is "gratified."
Janet White
Sep 20, 2023

What is the third form of Grateful?

For the related verb "gratify," the past participle form is "gratified."
Aimie Carlson
Sep 20, 2023

How is Grateful used in a sentence?

"I am grateful to everyone who supported me during this journey."
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Sep 20, 2023
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