Ceiling or Celing

Learn the correct spelling “Ceiling” and why “Celing” is incorrect.

Celing

Incorrect spelling - “Celing” is incorrect; missing the double vowel ‘i’.

"Celing" is a common misspelling of "Ceiling". Always use "Ceiling" when referring to the correct word.

Ceiling

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Ceiling” is the overhead interior surface of a room.

Definition of Ceiling

"Ceiling": “Ceiling” is the overhead interior surface of a room.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Ceiling

  • roof
  • overhead
  • top

Usage Examples

"Correct:" The ceiling is painted white.

"Correct:" The chandelier hung from the ceiling.

"Correct:" We repaired the ceiling last week.

"Correct:" The room has a high ceiling.

"Incorrect:" The celing is painted white.

"Incorrect:" The chandelier hung from the celing.

"Incorrect:" We repaired the celing last week.

"Incorrect:" The room has a high celing.

Notes:

  • Always double the ‘i’.
  • Celing is wrong.
  • Think: CEIL + ING → ceiling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Ceiling.

Q: Why not celing?

A: Missing ‘i’.

Q: Meaning?

A: The overhead surface of a room.

Q: Trick?

A: CEIL + ING → ceiling.

Summary

“Ceiling” is correct; “Celing” is a spelling mistake.