Cast or Casted
Which Spelling is Correct?
Confused between "cast" and "casted"? Learn the correct past tense form, meaning, and how to use it properly in your writing.
Incorrect: Casted
"Casted" is generally considered incorrect as the past tense of "cast." The correct form is "cast."
Correct: Cast
"Cast" is the correct past tense and past participle of "cast." It is an irregular verb and does not change form.
Definitions
Cast (verb):
To throw something forcefully; to assign a role in a play or movie; to shape material by pouring it into a mold.
Examples:
- • She cast her fishing line into the river.
- • The director cast him as the lead actor.
- • The statue was cast in bronze.
Casted (verb):
"Casted" is not the standard past tense of "cast" in modern English. "Cast" is used for all tenses.
Examples:
- • "Casted" is rarely used and is considered nonstandard.
- • Always use cast for the past tense.
Synonyms
Cast:
- • Threw
- • Tossed
- • Flung
- • Assigned
- • Molded
Casted:
- • (No valid synonyms; not a standard English word for past tense)
Notes
Notes:
- • Cast is an irregular verb; its past tense is also cast.
- • "Casted" is sometimes used in technical contexts (like "casted metal"), but not for the verb meaning "to throw" or "to assign a role."
- • In standard English, always use cast for the past tense.
- • The use of "casted" is considered nonstandard and should be avoided in formal writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is "casted" ever correct?
A: In standard English, "casted" is not correct for the past tense of "cast." Use "cast" instead. "Casted" may appear in technical jargon (e.g., "casted metal"), but not in general usage.
Q: What is the past tense of "cast"?
A: The past tense and past participle of "cast" is "cast."
Q: Why do people say "casted"?
A: Some people mistakenly add "-ed" to form the past tense, but "cast" is irregular and does not change.
Q: Are there any exceptions?
A: In some technical fields, "casted" may be used (e.g., "casted metal"), but this is not standard for the verb meaning "to throw" or "to assign a role."
Summary
Remember: Cast is the correct past tense and past participle of "cast." Avoid using "casted" in standard English. Use "cast" for all tenses and contexts except rare technical jargon.