Awesome or Awsome
Which Spelling is Correct?
Confused between "awesome" and "awsome"? Learn the correct spelling, meaning, and how to use it properly in your writing.
Incorrect: Awsome
"Awsome" is a misspelling. The correct spelling is "awesome" with an "e" after the "w".
Correct: Awesome
"Awesome" is the correct spelling. It means extremely impressive, amazing, or inspiring awe.
Definitions
Awesome (adjective):
Extremely impressive, amazing, or inspiring awe; excellent or outstanding.
Examples:
- • That concert was absolutely awesome!
- • The view from the mountain was awesome.
- • You did an awesome job on the project.
Awsome (adjective):
"Awsome" is a misspelling of "awesome" and is not a valid English word.
Examples:
- • "Awsome" is not used in standard English.
- • Always use awesome when referring to something amazing.
Synonyms
Awesome:
- • Amazing
- • Incredible
- • Fantastic
- • Outstanding
- • Impressive
- • Magnificent
- • Spectacular
- • Wonderful
Awsome:
- • (No valid synonyms; not a standard English word)
Notes:
- • Awesome is spelled with an "e" after the "w", not "awsome."
- • The word comes from "awe" plus the suffix "-some" meaning full of.
- • Originally meant "inspiring awe" but now commonly means "excellent."
- • Very popular in informal speech, especially among younger people.
- • "Awsome" is never correct in any context.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is "awsome" ever correct?
A: No, "awsome" is never correct. The proper spelling is always "awesome" with an "e" after the "w."
Q: How do I remember the correct spelling?
A: Think of it as "awe-some" - the word "awe" plus the suffix "-some" meaning full of.
Q: What's the difference between awesome and amazing?
A: Both mean excellent, but "awesome" has a stronger connotation of inspiring awe or wonder.
Q: Can awesome be used in formal writing?
A: "Awesome" is more appropriate in informal contexts. In formal writing, consider using "impressive" or "outstanding."
Q: Why do people often misspell this word?
A: The misspelling "awsome" likely occurs because of pronunciation or confusion about the "e" sound.
Q: What are some common phrases using "awesome"?
A: Examples include: awesome job, awesome time, awesome experience, and totally awesome.
Q: Is awesome always positive?
A: Yes, "awesome" always has a positive connotation, meaning excellent or impressive.
Q: What's the adverb form of awesome?
A: The adverb form is "awesomely" - meaning in an awesome manner (e.g., "awesomely talented").
Summary
Remember: Awesome is the correct spelling with an "e" after the "w". It means extremely impressive, amazing, or inspiring awe. The misspelling "awsome" is never correct. Use "awesome" to describe excellent, outstanding, or impressive things, especially in informal contexts.