Forty or Fourty
Which spelling is correct, Forty or Fourty, and how to use them properly.
Fourty
Incorrect spelling - This spelling is incorrect. "Fourty" is not a valid word in English.
"Fourty" is a common misspelling of "Forty". Always use "Forty" when referring to the correct word.
Forty
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
This is the correct spelling. "Forty" is the number equivalent to 40.
Definition of Forty
"Forty": This is the correct spelling. "Forty" is the number equivalent to 40.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Forty
- • XL (Roman numeral)
- • Four tens
- • Score (twice)
- • 40
Usage Examples
"Correct:" She turned forty years old today.
"Correct:" The book has forty chapters.
"Correct:" It took forty minutes to complete the task.
"Incorrect:" The book has Fourty chapters. (Correct spelling is Forty)
Notes:
- • "Forty" is the correct spelling for the number 40. "Fourty" is a common misspelling—remember, it drops the "u" from "four".
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it fourty or forty?
The correct word is "forty." "Fourty" is a common misspelling.
How to pronounce forty?
The correct pronunciation is /ˈfɔːrti/ (FOR-tee).
What does forty mean?
The number equivalent to the product of four and ten; 40.
Summary
Forty is the correct spelling, while Fourty is always incorrect. Use "Forty" when referring to the correct word.