Asterisk or Asterick
Learn the correct spelling of "Asterisk" and avoid "Asterick".
Asterick
Incorrect spelling - "Asterick is incorrect; it is a misspelling of asterisk."
"Asterick" is a common misspelling of "Asterisk". Always use "Asterisk" when referring to the correct word.
Asterisk
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Asterisk is the symbol '*' used in writing or printing."
Definition of Asterisk
"Asterisk": "Asterisk is the symbol '*' used in writing or printing."
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Asterisk
- • star
- • symbol
- • marker
Usage Examples
"Correct:" Place an asterisk next to the footnote.
"Correct:" The form has an asterisk for required fields.
"Correct:" Use an asterisk to highlight important points.
"Correct:" She added an asterisk in the text.
"Incorrect:" Place an asterick next to the footnote.
"Incorrect:" The form has an asterick for required fields.
"Incorrect:" Use an asterick to highlight important points.
"Incorrect:" She added an asterick in the text.
Notes:
- • Ends with -isk, not -ick.
- • Asterick is always wrong.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Asterisk.
Q: Meaning?
A: The '*' symbol used in writing.
Q: How to remember?
A: Ends with -isk → Asterisk.
Summary
"The symbol * is called an Asterisk. Always end with ‘-isk’, not ‘-ick’. Quick trick: ‘Asterisk’ = star mark!"