Occasion or Ocassion
Learn the correct spelling “Occasion” and why “Ocassion” is wrong.
Ocassion
Incorrect spelling - “Ocassion” is a misspelling with double ‘s’.
"Ocassion" is a common misspelling of "Occasion". Always use "Occasion" when referring to the correct word.
Occasion
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Occasion” means a particular event or happening.
Definition of Occasion
"Occasion": “Occasion” means a particular event or happening.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Occasion
- • event
- • celebration
- • happening
Usage Examples
"Correct:" It was a special occasion.
"Correct:" The wedding was a happy occasion.
"Correct:" He dressed well for the occasion.
"Correct:" We celebrated the occasion together.
"Incorrect:" It was a special ocassion.
"Incorrect:" The wedding was a happy ocassion.
"Incorrect:" He dressed well for the ocassion.
"Incorrect:" We celebrated the ocassion together.
Notes:
- • Double ‘c’, single ‘s’.
- • Ocassion is incorrect.
- • Think: OCC + ASION.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Occasion.
Q: Why not ocassion?
A: Double ‘s’ is wrong.
Q: Meaning?
A: Event or happening.
Q: Trick?
A: OCC + ASION → Occasion.
Summary
“Occasion” is correct; “Ocassion” is always wrong.