Choice or Choise
Which Spelling is Correct?
Understanding the correct spelling of "choice" or "choise", this noun and common misspellings.
❌ Incorrect: Choise
Why it's wrong: This is a misspelling of "choice." The correct spelling uses "c" before the "e" at the end, not "s".
Common Error: Using "s" instead of "c" at the end
✅ Correct: Choice
Definition: The act of selecting or making a decision when faced with two or more possibilities.
Part of Speech: Noun
Synonyms for Choice
Selection
The act of choosing
Option
A possible alternative
Alternative
Another possibility
Preference
A greater liking for one option over others
Pick
The thing chosen
Decision
A conclusion or resolution reached
Usage Examples
Correct: "She made the right choice."
Incorrect: "She made the right choise."
Correct: "You have a choice of desserts."
Correct: "It was a difficult choice to make."
Notes:
- • "Choice" is pronounced as /tʃɔɪs/
- • The word comes from Old French "chois"
- • "Choice" is always spelled with a "c" before the "e"
- • Remember: The correct spelling is "choice" with "c" at the end
- • Commonly misspelled due to the similar sound of "c" and "s"
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why do people misspell "choice" as "choise"?
A: The ending sound of "choice" can be confused with "s" instead of "c", especially for non-native speakers.
Q: What does "choice" mean?
A: "Choice" means the act of selecting or making a decision when faced with two or more possibilities.
Q: How can I remember the correct spelling of "choice"?
A: Remember that "choice" ends with "c" like "ice" and not "s".
Summary
Choice is the correct spelling. It refers to the act of selecting or making a decision. The word is spelled with "c" at the end: "choice". "Choise" is a misspelling that should be avoided.