Automatic or Automatik

“Automatic” is correct; “automatik” is incorrect in English.

automatik

Incorrect spelling - “Automatik” is a non-standard English spelling.

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

automatic

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Automatic” means working by itself with little or no human control.

Definition of automatic

"automatic": “Automatic” means working by itself with little or no human control.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for automatic

  • self-operating
  • mechanical

Usage Examples

"Correct:" The doors are automatic.

"Correct:" An automatic reply was sent.

"Correct:" She drives an automatic car.

"Correct:" It was an automatic response.

"Incorrect:" The system is automatik.

"Incorrect:" He bought an automatik car.

Notes:

  • Ends with ‘-tic’.
  • Commonly misspelled with 'k'.
  • Adjective.
  • Standard English form uses 'c'.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is automatik correct?

A: No.

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Automatic.

Summary

Use “automatic” in standard English spelling.