Niece vs Neice

Understand why "niece" is correct.

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.

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.