Attendant or Attendent
Understand the difference between Attendant and Attendent to avoid common spelling mistakes.
"Attendent"
Incorrect spelling - "Attendent" is a misspelling caused by replacing 'a' with 'e'.
""Attendent"" is a common misspelling of ""Attendant"". Always use ""Attendant"" when referring to the correct word.
"Attendant"
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Attendant" is a person who provides a service or assistance.
Definition of "Attendant"
""Attendant"": "Attendant" is a person who provides a service or assistance.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for "Attendant"
- • Helper
- • Assistant
- • Server
- • Aide
- • Clerk
Usage Examples
"Correct:" The flight "attendant" helped passengers.
"Correct:" He is an "attendant" at the conference.
"Correct:" Hospital "attendants" assist patients.
"Correct:" The museum "attendant" explained the exhibits.
"Incorrect:" The flight "attendent" helped passengers. (correct is "attendant")
Notes:
- • "Attendant" follows standard spelling.
- • "Attendent" is a common mistake.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is "attendent" correct?
A: No. Always use 'attendant'.
Q: Can 'attendant' refer to both people and events?
A: Yes. It can mean a person assisting or someone attending an event.
Q: Memory tip?
A: Remember it has 'a' after 'attend'.
Q: Common mistakes?
A: Writing 'attendent' by replacing 'a' with 'e'.
Q: Example sentence?
A: 'The flight attendant helped passengers.'
Summary
"Attendant" with 'a' is correct for someone providing service. "Attendent" is incorrect.