Acquaintance or Acquantance
“Acquaintance” is correct; “Acquantance” is a common spelling mistake.
Acquantance
Incorrect spelling - "Acquantance is incorrect; extra 'q' is wrong."
"Acquantance" is a common misspelling of "Acquaintance". Always use "Acquaintance" when referring to the correct word.
Acquaintance
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Acquaintance — a person you know slightly, not closely."
Definition of Acquaintance
"Acquaintance": "Acquaintance — a person you know slightly, not closely."
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Acquaintance
- • associate
- • contact
- • colleague
Usage Examples
"Correct:" I met an acquaintance at the party.
"Correct:" She is just an acquaintance, not a friend.
"Correct:" Business acquaintances can help networking.
"Correct:" He became acquainted with many acquaintances.
"Incorrect:" I met an acquantance.
"Incorrect:" She is just an acquantance.
"Incorrect:" Business acquantances can help networking.
Notes:
- • Always spell with ‘a-c-q-u-a-i-n-t’.
- • Common mistake due to pronunciation confusion.
- • Used in social and professional contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Acquaintance.
Q: Meaning?
A: A person you know casually.
Q: Why Acquantance is wrong?
A: Extra 'q' inserted incorrectly.
Summary
"Acquaintance is correct; Acquantance is always wrong. Remember ‘c-q-u-a-i-n-t’ for correct spelling."