Annually or Anually

Learn why “Annually” is correct and “Anually” is incorrect.

Anually

Incorrect spelling - “Anually” is a misspelling missing a second ‘n’.

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

Annually

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Annually” means happening once a year.

Definition of Annually

"Annually": “Annually” means happening once a year.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Annually

  • yearly
  • every year
  • once a year

Usage Examples

"Correct:" The report is published annually.

"Correct:" We meet annually for the reunion.

"Correct:" Dividends are paid annually.

"Correct:" The festival occurs annually.

"Incorrect:" The report is published anually.

"Incorrect:" We meet anually for the reunion.

"Incorrect:" Dividends are paid anually.

"Incorrect:" The festival occurs anually.

Notes:

  • Double ‘n’ is required.
  • Anually is incorrect.
  • Think: every year = annually.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Annually.

Q: Why not anually?

A: Missing second ‘n’.

Q: Meaning?

A: Happening once a year.

Q: Trick?

A: Double ‘n’ for yearly.

Summary

“Annually” is correct; “Anually” is wrong.