Conductor or Conducter

Learn the correct spelling “Conductor” and why “Conducter” is wrong.

Conducter

Incorrect spelling - “Conducter” is incorrect; the standard form is “conductor.”

"Conducter" is a common misspelling of "Conductor". Always use "Conductor" when referring to the correct word.

Conductor

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Conductor” refers to a person who leads an orchestra or manages a train.

Definition of Conductor

"Conductor": “Conductor” refers to a person who leads an orchestra or manages a train.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Conductor

  • leader
  • manager
  • guide

Usage Examples

"Correct:" The conductor led the orchestra.

"Correct:" He is a train conductor.

"Correct:" She worked as a conductor on the metro.

"Correct:" The conductor called out the stops.

"Incorrect:" The conducter led the orchestra.

"Incorrect:" He is a train conducter.

"Incorrect:" She worked as a conducter on the metro.

"Incorrect:" The conducter called out the stops.

Notes:

  • Ends with -or, not -er.
  • Conducter is wrong.
  • Think: Conductor = leader/manager.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Conductor.

Q: Why not conducter?

A: Ends with -or, not -er.

Q: Meaning?

A: Leader or manager.

Q: Trick?

A: Conductor = leader or guide.

Summary

“Conductor” is correct; “Conducter” is a common spelling mistake.