Peasant vs Peasent
Learn why "peasant" is correct and "peasent" is incorrect.
peasent
Incorrect spelling - ""Peasent"" is a spelling error.
"peasent" is a common misspelling of "peasant". Always use "peasant" when referring to the correct word.
peasant
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Peasant" refers to a farmer or rural laborer.
Definition of peasant
"peasant": "Peasant" refers to a farmer or rural laborer.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for peasant
- • farmer
- • laborer
Usage Examples
"Correct:" The peasant worked the land.
"Correct:" Medieval peasants.
"Correct:" A poor peasant.
"Correct:" Life of a peasant.
"Incorrect:" The peasent worked the land.
"Incorrect:" Medieval peasents.
Notes:
- • Contains 'ant' ending.
- • Historical and social term.
- • Often misspelled.
- • Not related to 'peas'.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Peasant.
Q: Is peasent correct?
A: No.
Q: Meaning?
A: Rural laborer.
Q: Common confusion?
A: With 'peas'.
Summary
Peasant is correct; it refers to a farmer or rural worker. Peasent is wrong.