Biggest or Bigest
Which Spelling is Correct? Understanding the correct spelling of this superlative form of the word "big."
Bigest
Incorrect spelling - This spelling is incorrect. "Bigest" is a misspelling of the word "biggest."
"Bigest" is a common misspelling of "Biggest". Always use "Biggest" when referring to the correct word.
Biggest
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
This is the correct spelling. "Biggest" is the proper English spelling.
Definition of Biggest
"Biggest": This is the correct spelling. "Biggest" is the proper English spelling.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Biggest
- • Largest
- • Greatest
- • Most substantial
- • Most significant
- • Most important
- • Most extensive
- • Most considerable
- • Most prominent
Usage Examples
"Correct:" This is the biggest house in town
"Correct:" The biggest dog won the prize
"Correct:" She has the biggest collection
"Incorrect:" This is the bigest house in town
"Incorrect:" The bigest dog won the prize
"Incorrect:" She has the bigest collection
Notes:
- • "Biggest" is always spelled with double "g" in the middle
- • The word comes from "big" + the superlative suffix "-est"
- • The pronunciation is /ˈbɪɡɪst/ (BIG-ist)
- • "Bigest" is a common misspelling but is never correct
- • The double "g" follows the rule: double the final consonant before adding "-est"
- • This spelling pattern applies to other words like "hottest," "thinnest," etc.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why do people spell it "bigest"?
A: This misspelling occurs because people forget to double the "g" when adding the "-est" suffix to "big." The rule is to double the final consonant before adding "-est."
Q: Is "bigest" ever acceptable?
A: No, "bigest" is always incorrect. Always use "biggest" in all contexts.
Q: What's the difference between "bigger" and "biggest"?
A: "Bigger" is the comparative form (comparing two things), while "biggest" is the superlative form (comparing three or more things, indicating the most).
Q: How do I remember the correct spelling?
A: Think of "big" + "gest". Since "big" ends in consonant-vowel-consonant, we double the final "g" before adding "-est."
Summary
Biggest is the correct spelling of this word. The incorrect spelling "bigest" should never be used. Remember: Biggest = Big + gest (with double "g"). This follows the English spelling rule of doubling the final consonant before adding "-est" to words ending in consonant-vowel-consonant.