Preety Or Pretty? - Spelling Which Is Correct How To Spell

preety

Incorrect spelling, explanation: preety is a misspelling because of the origins of the word: Old English prættig, Middle English pratte, prettie. Although pronunciation may be misleading, pretty, with double t, is the correct spelling.

pretty

Correct spelling, explanation: for non-English native speakers this spelling may be misleading as the correct form pretty is pronounced as [prɪti] and double e is often pronounced like i, so preety is a common mistake. However, word pretty derives from Old English prættig, spelled with double t. Therefore pretty is correct and preety is a misspelling.

Definition of pretty:1. adjective, attractive, handsome, pleasant to the eyeShe is a very pretty girl, but also modest.2. adverb, fairly, moderately. Note: this meaning is much younger; used from the late 16th century; it is also informal but not limited to the common language.Your idea is pretty clever! We should try it.

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1. Nice

2. Pretty is correct.

3. I was wondering exactly about that, now I understand, thanks.

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✓ Content verified by English professionalWritten by: Justyna ZarembaMaster of applied linguistics at Warsaw University. English teacher and interpreter. Interested in intentional bilingualism, teaching methodology, and sign languages. Cinephile, Warsaw lover, Italian language learner, a fan of hiking, and good people.Last updated: July 23, 2022Published on: June 20, 2016

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