Biscuit or Bisquit
Which Spelling is Correct?
Confused between "biscuit" and "bisquit"? Learn the correct spelling, meaning, and how to use it properly in your writing.
Incorrect: Bisquit
"Bisquit" is a misspelling. The correct spelling is "biscuit" with "ui" not "ui."
Correct: Biscuit
"Biscuit" is the correct spelling. It means a small baked bread product or a cookie.
Definitions
Biscuit (noun):
A small, soft bread product, typically round and made with baking powder; in British English, a sweet baked good similar to a cookie.
Examples:
- • She baked fresh biscuits for breakfast.
- • The children enjoyed chocolate biscuits with milk.
- • He ordered biscuits and gravy at the diner.
Bisquit (noun):
"Bisquit" is a misspelling of "biscuit" and is not a valid English word.
Examples:
- • "Bisquit" is not used in standard English.
- • Always use biscuit when referring to the baked good.
Synonyms
Biscuit:
- • Cookie (British usage)
- • Cracker
- • Scone
- • Roll
- • Pastry
Bisquit:
- • (No valid synonyms; not a standard English word)
Notes
Notes:
- • Biscuit is spelled with "ui" (not "ui") - this is the standard English spelling.
- • The word comes from French "bescuit" meaning twice-baked.
- • "Bisquit" is never correct in any context.
- • In American English, biscuit refers to a soft bread roll; in British English, it refers to a sweet cookie.
- • The "ui" spelling is consistent with other words like "build" and "guilt."
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is "bisquit" ever correct?
A: No, "bisquit" is never correct. The proper spelling is always "biscuit."
Q: What does biscuit mean?
A: Biscuit means a small baked bread product or, in British English, a sweet cookie-like treat.
Q: How do I remember the correct spelling?
A: Remember that "biscuit" has "ui" like "build" - think of building a biscuit.
Q: What's the difference between American and British biscuits?
A: In America, biscuits are soft bread rolls; in Britain, biscuits are sweet cookies.
Q: What are some common phrases with biscuit?
A: Examples include: biscuit and gravy, tea and biscuits, and biscuit tin.
Q: Is biscuit used in formal writing?
A: Yes, "biscuit" is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.
Q: Can biscuit be used as a verb?
A: No, "biscuit" is only used as a noun.
Q: What's the origin of the word biscuit?
A: It comes from French "bescuit" meaning twice-baked, originally referring to bread that was baked twice to preserve it.
Summary
Remember: Biscuit is the correct spelling with "sc": bis-cuit. It means a small, soft bread product. The misspelling "bisquit" is never correct. Always use "biscuit" when referring to this type of bread product.