Occurred vs Occured
Learn why "occured" is wrong.
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occured
Incorrect spelling - ""Occured"" is missing one r.
"occured" is a common misspelling of "occurred". Always use "occurred" when referring to the correct word.
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occurred
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Occurred" means took place.
Definition of occurred
"occurred": "Occurred" means took place.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for occurred
- • happened
- • took place
Usage Examples
"Correct:" The meeting occurred today.
"Correct:" The problem occurred again.
"Incorrect:" The meeting occured today.
Notes:
- • Needs double r
- • Very frequent typo
- • Past tense spelling
- • Formal writing
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Occurred.
Q: Is occured correct?
A: No.
Q: Meaning?
A: Took place.
Q: Error type?
A: Missing consonant.
Summary
"Occurred" is the correct past tense; "occured" is incorrect.