Acquaintances or Acquiantences
Correct plural is Acquaintances; the misspelling Acquiantences is wrong.
Acquiantences
Incorrect spelling - "Acquiantences is incorrect; extra letters and swapped vowels."
"Acquiantences" is a common misspelling of "Acquaintances". Always use "Acquaintances" when referring to the correct word.
Acquaintances
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Acquaintances — people you know casually or socially."
Definition of Acquaintances
"Acquaintances": "Acquaintances — people you know casually or socially."
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Acquaintances
- • contacts
- • connections
- • associates
Usage Examples
"Correct:" We met many acquaintances at the seminar.
"Correct:" She has several acquaintances in the city.
"Correct:" Networking helps maintain acquaintances.
"Correct:" Old acquaintances contacted her via email.
"Incorrect:" We met many acquiantences.
"Incorrect:" She has several acquiantences.
"Incorrect:" Networking helps maintain acquiantences.
Notes:
- • Plural ends with -ances, not -ences.
- • Watch for misplaced vowels.
- • Used in networking, social, and professional contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct plural spelling?
A: Acquaintances.
Q: Meaning?
A: People you know casually.
Q: Why Acquiantences is wrong?
A: Extra letters and wrong vowel placement.
Summary
"Acquaintances is the correct plural form; Acquiantences is always incorrect. Keep the ‘-ances’ ending."