Officially vs Officialy

Learn the correct spelling of "officially."

officialy

Incorrect spelling - ""Officialy"" misses one l.

"officialy" is a common misspelling of "officially". Always use "officially" when referring to the correct word.

officially

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

"Officially" means in a formal or authorized way.

Definition of officially

"officially": "Officially" means in a formal or authorized way.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for officially

  • formally
  • authoritatively

Usage Examples

"Correct:" The rule was officially announced.

"Correct:" She officially joined.

"Incorrect:" It was officialy announced.

Notes:

  • Ends with -ally
  • Double l required
  • From official
  • Very common error

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Officially.

Q: Is officialy correct?

A: No.

Q: Meaning?

A: In a formal way.

Q: Error type?

A: Missing letter.

Summary

"Officially" is correct; "officialy" is a common misspelling.