Chosen or Chosed
Which Spelling is Correct? Understanding the correct spelling of "chosen" or "chosed", this verb and common misspellings.
Chosed
Incorrect spelling - Why it's wrong: This is a misspelling of "chosen." The correct past participle of "choose" is "chosen"; "choosed" is not a word. Common Error: Applying regular verb rules to an irregular verb
"Chosed" is a common misspelling of "Chosen". Always use "Chosen" when referring to the correct word.
Chosen
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
Past participle of "choose"; selected from a number of possibilities. Part of Speech: Verb (past participle)
Definition of Chosen
"Chosen": Past participle of "choose"; selected from a number of possibilities. Part of Speech: Verb (past participle)
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Chosen
- • Selected - Picked out from a group
- • Elected - Chosen by voting
- • Appointed - Assigned to a position
- • Designated - Officially selected
- • Preferred - Favored over others
- • Picked - Chosen from a group
Usage Examples
"Correct:" "She has chosen the best option."
"Correct:" "They have chosen a new leader."
"Correct:" "He was chosen for the team."
"Incorrect:" "She has chosed the best option."
Notes:
- • "Chosen" is pronounced as /ˈtʃoʊzən/
- • "Chosen" is the past participle of "choose"
- • "Choosed" is not a word in English
- • Remember: Irregular verbs like "choose" do not follow the regular "-ed" rule
- • Commonly misspelled by applying regular verb rules
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why do people misspell "chosen" as "choosed"?
A: English learners sometimes apply the regular verb rule to "choose", but the correct past participle is "chosen" and the past tense is "chose".
Q: What is the past tense of "choose"?
A: The past tense of "choose" is "chose", and the past participle is "chosen".
Q: How can I remember the correct form of "chosen"?
A: Remember that "chosen" is the past participle, not "choosed". The past tense is "chose".
Summary
Chosen is the correct spelling. It is the past participle of "choose". "Choosed" is a misspelling that should be avoided.