Always or Alway

Correct spelling “Always” vs wrong “Alway”.

Alway

Incorrect spelling - “Alway” is incorrect; missing final ‘s’.

"Alway" is a common misspelling of "Always". Always use "Always" when referring to the correct word.

Always

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Always” means at all times or continuously.

Definition of Always

"Always": “Always” means at all times or continuously.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Always

  • constantly
  • forever
  • continuously

Usage Examples

"Correct:" I always wake up early.

"Correct:" She is always kind.

"Correct:" We always meet on Sundays.

"Correct:" He is always punctual.

"Incorrect:" I alway wake up early.

"Incorrect:" She is alway kind.

"Incorrect:" We alway meet on Sundays.

"Incorrect:" He is alway punctual.

Notes:

  • Always ends with ‘s’.
  • Alway is wrong.
  • Think: all + ways = always.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Always.

Q: Why not alway?

A: Missing ‘s’.

Q: Meaning?

A: At all times.

Q: Trick?

A: Always = all ways.

Summary

“Always” is correct; “Alway” is wrong.