Acquaint or Aquaint
Learn the correct spelling “Acquaint” and why “Aquaint” is wrong.
Aquaint
Incorrect spelling - “Aquaint” is a misspelling missing the second ‘c’.
"Aquaint" is a common misspelling of "Acquaint". Always use "Acquaint" when referring to the correct word.
Acquaint
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Acquaint” means to make someone aware of or familiar with something.
Definition of Acquaint
"Acquaint": “Acquaint” means to make someone aware of or familiar with something.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Acquaint
- • inform
- • introduce
- • familiarize
Usage Examples
"Correct:" I will acquaint you with the rules.
"Correct:" She acquainted him with the team.
"Correct:" We need to acquaint ourselves with the policies.
"Correct:" He acquainted the new student with the campus.
"Incorrect:" I will aquaint you with the rules.
"Incorrect:" She aquainted him with the team.
"Incorrect:" We need to aquaint ourselves with the policies.
"Incorrect:" He aquainted the new student with the campus.
Notes:
- • Double ‘c’ is required.
- • Aquaint is always wrong.
- • Think: AC + QUAINT = Acquaint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Acquaint.
Q: Why not aquaint?
A: Missing second ‘c’.
Q: Meaning?
A: Make someone aware or familiar.
Q: Trick?
A: AC + QUAINT → Acquaint.
Summary
“Acquaint” is correct; “Aquaint” is a common spelling error.