Colleague or Collegue
Learn the correct spelling “Colleague” and why “Collegue” is wrong.
Collegue
Incorrect spelling - “Collegue” is a common misspelling of colleague.
"Collegue" is a common misspelling of "Colleague". Always use "Colleague" when referring to the correct word.
Colleague
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Colleague” means a person you work with professionally.
Definition of Colleague
"Colleague": “Colleague” means a person you work with professionally.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Colleague
- • coworker
- • associate
- • partner
Usage Examples
"Correct:" She is my colleague at work.
"Correct:" All colleagues attended the meeting.
"Correct:" He discussed the project with his colleague.
"Correct:" Our colleague helped us finish the task.
"Incorrect:" She is my collegue at work.
"Incorrect:" All collegues attended the meeting.
"Incorrect:" He discussed the project with his collegue.
"Incorrect:" Our collegue helped us finish the task.
Notes:
- • Always end with –gue.
- • Collegue is incorrect.
- • Think COL + LEAGUE → colleague.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Colleague.
Q: Why not collegue?
A: Missing ‘a’ before –gue.
Q: Meaning?
A: A coworker or professional associate.
Q: Trick?
A: COL + LEAGUE → colleague.
Summary
“Colleague” is correct; “Collegue” is wrong.