Arrive or Arive

Which spelling is correct?

Learn the difference between "Arrive" and "Arive". These are commonly confused spellings and how to use them correctly.

❌ Arive

This spelling is incorrect. "Arive" is missing the second "r" - it should be "arrive."

✅ Arrive

This is the correct spelling. "Arrive" means to reach a destination or come to a place.

Definition

Arrive (verb): To reach a destination; to come to a place; to reach a conclusion or decision; to achieve success or recognition.

Examples:

We will arrive at the airport at 3 PM.
She arrived home late last night.
After years of hard work, he finally arrived in his career.

Synonyms

Words with similar meanings to "arrive":

Reach
Come
Get to
Show up
Appear
Land
Enter
Attain

Related terms:

Arrival
Arriving
Arrived
Destination
Journey
Travel
Reach
Come

Usage Notes

Note: "Arrive" is the correct spelling. "Arive" is a common misspelling—remember to include both "r" letters: a-r-r-i-v-e.

Tip: Think of "arrive" as having the same double "r" as in "arrival." The word comes from Old French "ariver" meaning to reach the shore.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it arive or arrive?

The correct spelling is "arrive." "Arive" is incorrect—it's missing the second "r."

How to pronounce arrive?

It's pronounced as /əˈraɪv/ (uh-RYVE).

What does arrive mean?

Arrive means to reach a destination; to come to a place; to reach a conclusion or decision; to achieve success or recognition.

How do you use arrive in a sentence?

You can say "We will arrive at 3 PM" or "She arrived home late."

Is arrive formal or informal?

Arrive is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.

What's the difference between arrive and come?

Arrive suggests reaching a specific destination, while come is more general and can refer to any movement toward a location.

Can arrive be used in everyday conversation?

Yes! "When will you arrive?" or "I arrived early" are common uses.

What's the noun form of arrive?

The noun form is "arrival" - meaning the act of arriving or reaching a destination.

What's the past tense of arrive?

The past tense is "arrived" - "We arrived yesterday."

What's the origin of arrive?

Arrive comes from Old French "ariver" meaning to reach the shore, from Latin "ad ripam" meaning to the shore.

Is arrive used in travel contexts?

Yes! "Arrive at the airport" and "arrive on time" are very common in travel and transportation settings.

Why is arive wrong?

Arive is wrong because it's missing the second "r." The correct spelling is a-r-r-i-v-e.

What are common phrases with arrive?

Common phrases include: arrive on time, arrive early, arrive late, arrive at, and arrive home.

Summary

Correct spelling: Arrive

Incorrect spelling: Arive

Meaning: To reach a destination; to come to a place; to reach a conclusion or decision; to achieve success or recognition.

Remember: Always include both "r" letters in arrive. Think of "arrival" to remember the correct spelling pattern.