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.