Niece vs Neice
Understand why "niece" is correct.
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neice
Incorrect spelling - ""Neice"" breaks the i-before-e rule.
"neice" is a common misspelling of "niece". Always use "niece" when referring to the correct word.
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niece
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Niece" means the daughter of one's sibling.
Definition of niece
"niece": "Niece" means the daughter of one's sibling.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for niece
- • relative
- • family member
Usage Examples
"Correct:" My niece is visiting.
"Correct:" She loves her niece.
"Incorrect:" My neice is visiting.
Notes:
- • I before E rule
- • Common family-word error
- • Very frequent typo
- • Use mnemonic
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Niece.
Q: Is neice correct?
A: No.
Q: Meaning?
A: Sibling's daughter.
Q: Rule involved?
A: I before E.
Summary
"Niece" is the correct spelling; "neice" is a common mistake.