Ridiculous Or Rediculous? - Spelling Which Is Correct How To Spell

ridiculous

Correct spelling, explanation: ridiculous is the correct form because of its Latin origin: ridiculus. The original word starts with ri- and so does the English equivalent. There is no reason to spell this word rediculous; ridiculous is the correct form.

Definition of ridiculous:adjective, deserving mockeryWe live in ridiculous times!I think people should avoid naming kids ridiculous names, like “Fifi”.

rediculous

Incorrect spelling, explanation: this form is incorrect as nothing points to such spelling – no pronunciation nor orthography rules. Ridiculous is the correct spelling, due to the similar spelling of the original, Latin, word: ridiculus. Therefore rediculous is wrong and the correct form is ridiculous.

ridicullous

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ridiculus

Incorrect spelling

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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: October 27, 2016

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