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.