Speled vs. Spelled: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on October 2, 2023
The incorrect spelling is "Speled". The correct spelling is "Spelled", denoting the past tense of the verb "spell".
Which is correct: Speled or Spelled
How to spell Spelled?
Speled is Incorrect
Spelled is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember the double 'l' in "Spelled", similar to other past tense verbs like "travelled".
Sawaira Riaz
Sep 29, 2023
Associate the word "spell" with magic, which has an "l", and then double the magic for the past tense.
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Sep 29, 2023
Think of "speled" as missing an "l", similar to a spell gone wrong.
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Sep 29, 2023
Pronounce "Spelled" and "Speled" aloud; the former should sound more familiar.
Janet White
Sep 29, 2023
Recall common phrases like "misspelled" to reinforce the correct spelling.
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Sep 29, 2023
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Speled and Spelled Definitions
Spelled
"Spelled" can also refer to briefly stating or outlining something.
He spelled out the instructions for everyone.
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Sep 08, 2023
Spelled
"Spelled" can also denote determining or bringing about something.
That decision spelled disaster for the project.
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Sep 08, 2023
Spelled
"Spelled" can refer to meaning or signify something.
The dark clouds spelled rain.
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Sep 08, 2023
Spelled
"Spelled" is the past tense and past participle form of "spell", indicating how a word is formed.
He spelled the word correctly.
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Sep 08, 2023
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Spelled
"Spelled" may describe when someone took the place of another.
She spelled him at the reception desk during lunch.
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Sep 08, 2023
Spelled
To add up to; signify
Their unwise investment could spell financial ruin.
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Sep 06, 2023
Spelled
To name or write in order the letters of a word or words
I've never been able to spell very well.
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Sep 06, 2023
Spelled
A bewitched state or trance
The sorcerer put the prince under a spell.
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Sep 06, 2023
Spelled
A compelling attraction; charm or fascination
The spell of the theater.
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Sep 06, 2023
Spelled
(Informal) A period of physical or mental disorder or distress
A dizzy spell.
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Sep 06, 2023
FAQs
Which vowel is used before Spelled?
The vowel "e" is used before "Spelled" in words like "misspelled".
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Sep 29, 2023
Why is it called Spelled?
It's called "Spelled" because it's the past tense and past participle of the verb "spell".
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Sep 29, 2023
Which preposition is used with Spelled?
Prepositions like "out" can be used with "spelled", as in "spelled out".
Aimie Carlson
Sep 29, 2023
What is the pronunciation of Spelled?
The pronunciation of "Spelled" is /spɛld/.
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Sep 29, 2023
What is the singular form of Spelled?
"Spelled" is already in its singular form.
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Sep 29, 2023
What is the plural form of Spelled?
"Spelled" is a verb and doesn't have a plural form.
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Sep 29, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Spelled?
Conjunction usage is context-dependent, and there's no specific conjunction always paired with "spelled".
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Sep 29, 2023
Which determiner is used with Spelled?
Determiners like "this", "that", or "my" can be used with "spelled".
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Sep 29, 2023
Which article is used with Spelled?
"A" or "an" can be used with "spelled", depending on the context.
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Sep 29, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Spelled?
The entire word "spelled" is stressed.
Aimie Carlson
Sep 29, 2023
What is the opposite of Spelled?
There isn't a direct antonym for "spelled" but in terms of incorrectly forming a word, "misspelled" can be used.
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Sep 29, 2023
Is the Spelled term a metaphor?
No, "spelled" is not inherently metaphorical but can be used in metaphorical expressions.
Janet White
Sep 29, 2023
What is the second form of Spelled?
The second form is "spelled" (American English) or "spelt" (British English).
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Sep 29, 2023
How is Spelled used in a sentence?
"She spelled the word without hesitation."
Aimie Carlson
Sep 29, 2023
Is Spelled a countable noun?
"Spelled" is a verb and doesn't have countable properties.
Janet White
Sep 29, 2023
What is another term for Spelled?
Another term is "indicated" or "signified", depending on context.
Aimie Carlson
Sep 29, 2023
What is the third form of Spelled?
The third form is "spelled" (American English) or "spelt" (British English).
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Sep 29, 2023
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