Characteristics or Caracteristics
Learn the correct spelling of "Characteristics" and avoid "Caracteristics".
Caracteristics
Incorrect spelling - "Caracteristics is an incorrect spelling of characteristics."
"Caracteristics" is a common misspelling of "Characteristics". Always use "Characteristics" when referring to the correct word.
Characteristics
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Characteristics are distinguishing features or qualities of someone or something."
Definition of Characteristics
"Characteristics": "Characteristics are distinguishing features or qualities of someone or something."
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Characteristics
- • features
- • traits
- • qualities
- • attributes
Usage Examples
"Correct:" Honesty is one of his best characteristics.
"Correct:" The characteristics of the product make it unique.
"Correct:" Cultural characteristics vary by region.
"Correct:" The painting displays unique characteristics.
"Incorrect:" Honesty is one of his caracteristics.
"Incorrect:" The caracteristics of the product make it unique.
"Incorrect:" Cultural caracteristics vary.
"Incorrect:" The painting displays unique caracteristics.
Notes:
- • Double 'c' after char-.
- • Always ends with -istics.
- • Caracteristics is incorrect.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Characteristics.
Q: Meaning?
A: Distinguishing features or qualities.
Q: Trick to remember?
A: Char + acteristics; double 'c' at start, end with -istics.
Summary
"Characteristics" is correct; "Caracteristics" is always wrong.