Bitten or Biten

Correct past participle “Bitten” vs wrong “Biten”.

Biten

Incorrect spelling - “Biten” is incorrect; missing double ‘t’.

"Biten" is a common misspelling of "Bitten". Always use "Bitten" when referring to the correct word.

Bitten

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Bitten” is past participle of “bite.”

Definition of Bitten

"Bitten": “Bitten” is past participle of “bite.”

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Bitten

  • nibbled
  • chewed
  • pierced

Usage Examples

"Correct:" The dog has bitten me.

"Correct:" She was bitten by a mosquito.

"Correct:" I have bitten my tongue.

"Correct:" He was bitten by the insect.

"Incorrect:" The dog has biten me.

"Incorrect:" She was biten by a mosquito.

"Incorrect:" I have biten my tongue.

"Incorrect:" He was biten by the insect.

Notes:

  • Double ‘t’ required.
  • Biten is wrong.
  • Think: bite → bitten.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Bitten.

Q: Why not biten?

A: Missing ‘t’.

Q: Meaning?

A: Past participle of bite.

Q: Trick?

A: Bite → Bitten.

Summary

“Bitten” is correct; “Biten” is wrong.